President John Dramani Mahama has made it clear that his newly appointed deputy ministers will be held to the same standards of accountability, diligence, and sacrifice as their substantive ministers.
Speaking at their swearing-in ceremony at the Jubilee House in Accra, the President emphasized that their roles come with significant responsibilities, warning against arrogance, opulence, and neglect of duty.
“Much is expected from you. While your role as deputy ministers require professional subordination and support for your substantive ministers, I shall hold you to the same standards of accountability, diligence, hard work, and sacrifice for Ghana’s collective success,” President Mahama stated.
The newly sworn-in deputy ministers include Justice Srem-Sai (Justice and Attorney General), Ernest Brogya Gyenfi (Defence), Thomas Nyarko Ampem (Finance), Alhassan Suhuyini (Roads and Highways), John Dumelo (Food and Agriculture), Dr. Clement Apaak (Education), Sampson Ahi (Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry), Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi (Interior), Richard Gyan-Mensah (Energy and Green Transition), Yusif Sulemana (Lands and Natural Resources), Yussif Issaka Jajah (Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts), Rita Naa Odoley Sowah (Local Government, Chieftaincy & Religious Affairs), Gizella Tettey-Agbotui (Works, Housing, and Water Resources), and Lydia Akanvariba (Minister of State for Public Sector Reforms).
President Mahama directed the appointees to promptly declare their assets and submit them to the Auditor-General, stressing that transparency remains a key pillar of his administration.
He further warned that all government travel must pass the “essential travel test” and receive approval from the Office of the Chief of Staff.
“The requirement to declare assets also includes all those who have been appointed as CEOs and deputy CEOs of government departments and agencies,” He reminded them.
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Reaffirming his stance on efficient governance, President Mahama dismissed the need for an oversized administration, stressing that Ghana’s challenges require strong leadership, not a bloated government.
Ghana|Atinkaonline.com|Ebenezer Madugu