Dear Chief of Staff,
I am a Ghanaian citizen and I write to respectfully commend the Communications and Media Relations Team at Jubilee House for the exceptional professionalism, discipline, and strategic clarity they have demonstrated over the past year under the leadership of John Dramani Mahama.
Recent developments reflect a deliberate and commendable effort to foster a more open, respectful, and professional relationship between the Presidency and the media.
One year on, the team has firmly established itself as cohesive, focused, and effective in managing presidential communications. United in purpose, they have served as responsible gatekeepers—carefully managing, documenting, and disseminating information on the policies, activities, and initiatives of the Presidency.
Media relations at the highest level are no simple responsibility. Acting as the bridge between the Presidency and both national and international media institutions demands balance, sound judgment, and intellectual discipline. In an era where information circulates instantly and social media amplifies both truth and falsehood at equal speed, misinformation can take root before facts are properly established. In such a climate, the team’s commitment to professionalism, factual accuracy, and measured responses has been particularly noteworthy.
Their work in articulating and advancing the administration’s agenda—especially the “24-Hour Economy” policy direction—has been strategic and consistent. They have helped shape public understanding of the government’s efforts toward economic stabilisation, reform, and long-term national development. The responsiveness, coordination, and clarity of messaging reflect a communications structure that is proactive rather than reactive.
It is also important to acknowledge the quality of the team’s written statements. Their press releases have been concise, fact-based, and free from unnecessary rhetoric. They have demonstrated that presidential communication need not be wordy, inflammatory, or ambiguous. Rather, it should be clear, disciplined, and respectful of public intelligence. In doing so, they have proven that results and professionalism are the most effective antidotes to insult and misrepresentation.
While congratulating the team, I respectfully offer a forward-looking suggestion for your consideration: the establishment of a structured digital citizen engagement platform titled “Letter to Jubilee House.”
Proposal: A Citizen Engagement Portal
The proposed portal would:
• Provide a formal avenue for citizens, both at home and abroad, to submit ideas and policy proposals directly to the Presidency.
• Ensure submissions are transparently reviewed and forwarded to the relevant ministries and agencies.
• Enable citizens to view, comment on, and endorse proposals, thereby fostering participatory governance.
• Operate as a non-partisan platform dedicated solely to national development and patriotic contribution.
Such a platform would respond meaningfully to the President’s call for renewed patriotism and mindset transformation. It would institutionalise constructive civic participation, reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, and strengthen the bridge between government and the governed.
The evolving media landscape in Ghana—particularly with the disruptive influence of digital platforms—demands a communication model that is both strategically controlled and interactively inclusive. Emphasising stability, continuity, and long-term national excellence through deliberate and strategic communication will consolidate the gains already made.
Chief of Staff, please accept my sincere appreciation for the high standards being maintained within the Presidency’s communication architecture. The current team has demonstrated that firmness can coexist with respect, and that knowledge and clarity are more powerful than hostility. They have elevated the tone of executive communication and, in so doing, strengthened democratic discourse.
I remain confident that with continued strategic leadership and innovation, the communications framework of the Presidency will grow even stronger in the years ahead.
Yours faithfully,
Maxwell Okamafo Addo
