President John Dramani Mahama has urged newly sworn-in ministers to approach their roles with humility, candour, and a commitment to serving the people of Ghana.
His remarks came during the swearing-in ceremony of six ministerial nominees on Wednesday, January 22, following their approval by Parliament after thorough vetting and debate.
The ministers sworn in include Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as Finance Minister, Dr. Dominic Ayine as Attorney General, John Jinapor as Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Haruna Iddrisu as Education Minister, Eric Opoku as Minister for Food and Agriculture, and Governs Kwame Agbodza as Minister for Roads and Highways.
Addressing the appointees, President Mahama reminded them of the critical role they play in fulfilling the aspirations of the Ghanaian people, emphasizing that their authority stems from the citizens who elected the government into office.
“Ghanaians have shown that the days of tolerance from disrespectful gaslighting by government officials are well and truly over. They will take firm actions when they deem fit to punish any administration that takes them for granted.
“I, therefore, charge you to always serve in humility and candour, always remembering that we serve at the pleasure of the Ghanaians people and that the authority we exercise emanates from them. We must exhibit tolerance for their views and work to meet their aspirations,” he stated.
President Mahama further assured that his administration would not tolerate any disrespect for the people who entrusted them with governance, underscoring the need for public officials to stay grounded and committed to their duties.
“This government will tolerate disrespect for the people for the people who elected us into office,” he added.
