Executives face sanctions if assets not declared

President John Dramani Mahama has instructed all metropolitan, municipal and district chief executives (MMDCEs) to comply with constitutional requirements by declaring their assets by 15 July, or face sanctions. Mahama underscored the importance of transparency and accountability in public service, reports My Joy Online. In terms of Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, each public officer appointed into office is required to declare their assets before and after holding such office. Since assuming office in January 2025, Mahama has noted that asset declaration plays a critical role in combating corruption and fostering confidence in public officials at all levels of governance. He cautioned that defaulters would face the necessary sanctions, as had been done to some appointees. Mahama also said the government had taken steps to transfer the highest amount of funds in the history of the country to the MMDCEs from the District Assembly’s Common Fund, according to Ghana Business News. He said the government expected the MMDCEs to ensure the judicious and transparent use of these resources. He said the funds must be utilised in the interests of the people and not for their own comfort. Mahama said the Auditor-General and other anti-corruption institutions would be watching the work of the MMDCEs.

Full report on the Ghana Business News site

Full My Joy Online report