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President John Dramani Mahama has delivered a stern warning to his newly sworn-in ministers, making it clear that arrogance and disrespect toward the Ghanaian people will not be tolerated in his administration.
During the swearing-in ceremony of six ministerial appointees at Jubilee House on January 22, 2025, President Mahama emphasized his commitment to upholding good governance and ensuring that his government meets the highest standards.
“As I pointed out during my inaugural speech, Ghanaians have, through their votes, declared their intention to demand the highest standards of governance, and we cannot afford to fail them,” he said.
He further noted the responsibility placed on his administration, adding, “This naturally puts a burden of responsibility on us, which we must prove equal to. Ghanaians have shown that the days of tolerance for disrespectful gaslighting by government officials are well and truly over.”
The President urged his ministers to lead with humility and accountability, stressing that their power comes directly from the people. “We must exhibit tolerance for their views and work to meet their aspirations. This government will not tolerate arrogance or disrespect for the people who elected us into office. Modesty and prudence must be the guiding principles upon which you, myself, and our Vice President fashion our governance,” he stated.
In addition, President Mahama underscored the importance of transparency, fairness, and accountability in government. He assured Ghanaians that anti-corruption bodies would be empowered to investigate any appointee accused of wrongdoing. “The people of Ghana will hold us accountable for the trust they have placed in our hands. It cannot be business as usual. We must be transparent and fair in all our dealings,” he emphasized.
The six ministers sworn in during the ceremony, following their approval by Parliament on January 21, 2025, are:
Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson: Minister for Finance
Dr. Dominic Ayine: Attorney General and Minister for Justice
John Jinapor: Minister for Energy and Green Transition
Haruna Iddrisu: Minister for Education
Eric Opoku: Minister for Food and Agriculture
Governs Kwame Agbodza: Minister for Roads and Highways
These ministers are now tasked with fulfilling the high expectations of the Ghanaian people, with a clear mandate to govern with integrity and dedication.
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