President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has directed all Chief Executive Officers and their deputies to declare their assets without delay.
He stated that these individuals would receive a letter from the Chief of Staff instructing them to promptly submit their asset declarations to the Auditor General’s office.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of some ministers at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, President Mahama said, “Let me also remind you that the requirement to declare assets also includes all those who have been appointed as CEOs and deputy CEOs in government departments and agencies.”
“Some of those people think they are not included. The amended law includes all of them, so those who were rushing for positions, you are covered by the asset declaration rule, and so they should declare their assets as soon as possible,” he added.
This directive marks a significant move aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in public office.
The asset declaration requirement is mandated under Article 286(1) of the 1992 Constitution and the Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act, 1998 (Act 550).
These laws require public officials to declare their assets upon assuming office, every four years, and at the end of their tenure.
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