President John Dramani Mahama has issued a strong warning to government appointees, stating that failure to declare their assets within the stipulated timeframe will lead to serious consequences, including possible dismissal.

Mahama’s directive highlights his administration’s commitment to upholding transparency and accountability in public service. He made this announcement on Tuesday, 18th February, after personally submitting his asset declaration forms to Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu at the Jubilee House.

The President stressed that compliance with asset declaration laws is non-negotiable and urged all government officials to fulfill this constitutional obligation without delay. He pointed out that declaring assets is not just a legal requirement but a critical tool for fostering integrity in governance.

"Any appointee who fails to meet the asset declaration deadline will face serious sanctions, not excluding removal from office," Mahama cautioned.

His statement signals a firm stance against any attempts to evade the law, reinforcing that accountability must be a cornerstone of his administration.

The President’s directive aligns with Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates public officeholders to declare their assets upon assumption of office, every four years, and upon leaving office. His move serves as both a personal commitment to good governance and a call to action for all public officials to follow suit.