Former Auditor-General, Daniel Yao Domelevo, has encouraged the incoming administration of John Mahama to view their significant electoral win as a responsibility to serve the nation diligently.He noted that the parliamentary majority secured during the December 7 elections represents the people's trust in Mahama to bring positive change and address the country's pressing issues.

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“It will be expected that he leaves a legacy that we can say that we have lived through four years of unprecedented, good governance.“He is not going to say because I have the majority in parliament we will pass through parliament and get approved policies which are not good for the people.

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“Any changes or amendments to the constitutions and the laws of Ghana, that will help us to ensure better governance, I think I am all for it,” he added.Speaking to the media about the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) resounding success in the 2024 elections, Mr. Daniel Yao Domelevo urged the incoming administration to prioritize reforms that enhance governance.

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He emphasized the need to separate the Attorney General's role from that of the Minister of Justice, asserting that accountability is compromised when a cabinet minister is expected to oversee another in such a dual role.

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“In fact, there is no way that you can sit in cabinet, be part of a policy decision or any decision, and when a decision is implemented with even advice from you, you come back and hold that your colleague, member of parliament or cabinet accountable,” he said.The former Auditor-General called on Mr. Mahama to take swift action after his swearing-in to fulfill his promise of recovering misappropriated funds.

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He emphasized the urgency of the task, urging the President-elect to remain steadfast and focused, as there is significant work ahead.“He and his team should know that there is no honeymoon for them. He and his team should hit the ground running. Fortunately, he is not a novice at this, he has been there before and knows what to do.

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“I think from day one after swearing-in, he and his team should start to work for what needs to be done immediately, especially the looted funds he promised us that he is going to recover.“I think he must take immediate action to ensure that these monies are not taken out of the country,” he said.

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