President John Mahama has unveiled plans to implement a strict code of conduct for government officials.

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He emphasized that this initiative is designed to promote accountability, prudence, and ethical leadership.

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Speaking at the swearing-in of newly appointed ministers at the Jubilee House on Friday, February 7, 2025, Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s stance against arrogance, lavish spending, and the mismanagement of public funds.

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“This government will be characterized by humility and a deep sense of responsibility toward Ghanaians. There will be no room for extravagance or self-importance. The resources under your care belong to the people who entrusted us with leadership,” he declared.

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As part of cost-cutting measures, the President has imposed restrictions on unnecessary official travel. He directed the Chief of Staff to enforce the policy, ensuring that all travel is approved in advance by his office and undertaken with restraint.

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"The hallmark of this government will be modesty and respect for the Ghanaian people. There will be no room for arrogance and pomposity. The resources you will be working with belong to the Ghanaian people who put us in office," he stated.

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President Mahama underscored his resolve to tackle corruption, highlighting that the impending code of ethics would explicitly define the boundaries for government officials.

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He also disclosed that the committee spearheading Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) is scheduled to present its report to him on February 10.

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"No first-class air travel will be allowed. Also, all traces of affluence and lavish lifestyles are to be avoided," John Mahama warned.

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"While it is good to hold past officeholders accountable, it is even better to prevent corruption in the first place. I will hold all my appointees to the strictest standards of accountability," he stressed.

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Mr. Mahama encouraged his ministers to demonstrate honesty and ethical leadership, stressing that their primary obligation is to uplift the lives of Ghanaians, not to amass personal wealth.

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"Our mission as a government is not to dispossess the people we govern of their dignity, livelihoods, and opportunities. Rather, it is our duty to enrich our country and ensure the fair distribution of the gains of progress and prosperity to all," he concluded.

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