President John Mahama has banned the use of DSTV and other satellite television subscriptions at the Jubilee House, with plans underway to extend the policy to all government agencies.
The move forms part of a broader cost-saving agenda aimed at eliminating non-essential public spending and promoting modesty in governance.
In an exclusive interview with Evans Mensah on JoyNews, Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, revealed that no office at the presidency is currently permitted to subscribe to pay-TV services.
He explained that while the directive may seem minor, the cumulative cost of such subscriptions was found to be significant, prompting the president to take decisive action.
According to Mr. Ofosu Kwakye, the measure is already being enforced at the Jubilee House and will soon be rolled out across all public institutions.
He noted that television sets at the presidency now only access local stations, reflecting the administration’s determination to avoid wasteful spending of taxpayers’ money.
The minister added that more cost-cutting measures will soon be announced as part of efforts to make governance more efficient and transparent.
He said the president is committed to making meaningful savings for the Ghanaian people and believes governance must reflect modesty, especially during challenging economic times.