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Former Auditor General, Daniel Yao Domelevo, has urged his successor, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, to publish a monthly list of public officials who have declared their assets.
This suggestion comes in the wake of reports alleging that several ministers and deputy ministers from the Mahama administration failed to meet the March 31 asset declaration deadline, in violation of legal requirements and a presidential directive. According to these reports, nine out of 55 appointees did not comply. The government, however, has denied the claims, accusing the media of misrepresenting the facts.
In an interview with Citi News, Mr. Domelevo emphasized that regularly sharing this information would help foster transparency and boost public confidence in governance.
“There is nothing wrong with the Auditor General updating us month by month on the assets of public officials. No law prohibits that. He is not going to disclose the content of what has been declared to him, but he should publish every month. That is going to be fantastic,” he said.
Mr. Domelevo further urged the President to take stronger action when appointees fail to comply with asset declaration rules.
“Given that the constitution says that the declaration should precede the taking of office, I will wish that the president takes a cue from the misbehaviour of his appointees,” he added.
His comments reflect growing concerns about accountability in public office and the need for consistent enforcement of laws meant to ensure integrity among government officials.
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