President John Dramani Mahama has taken a significant step towards promoting transparency and accountability in public office by declaring his assets to the Auditor-General. This move is in fulfillment of his statutory obligation, as stated in Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution.

During a brief ceremony at the Jubilee House, President Mahama presented his asset declaration forms to Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu. He emphasized the importance of asset declaration in preventing corruption, stating that “corruption by nature is insidious and thrives in darkness”

President Mahama urged his appointees to follow his lead and declare their assets by March 31, 2025, warning that failure to comply would result in severe sanctions, including removal from office. He believes that asset declaration is crucial in promoting transparency and combating corruption.

This move is seen as a positive step towards promoting good governance and transparency in Ghana. The Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act, 1998 (Act 550) requires public officials to declare their assets, and President Mahama’s action sets a good example for others to follow.

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