President John Dramani Mahama has sanctioned government appointees who failed to declare their assets by the March 31, 2025, deadline, ordering them to forfeit three months of their salaries.
The deducted funds will be directed to the newly launched Mahama Cares Initiative—a medical trust fund aimed at improving healthcare delivery.
Announcing the sanctions during the launch of a new Code of Conduct for public officials, President Mahama emphasized his administration’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and accountability.
“My government will be one that leads with honour and dignity,” he stated. “We are taking concrete steps to ensure that public office is not abused and that corruption is tackled head-on.”
The new Code of Conduct sets out ethical guidelines for appointees, focusing on responsible use of power, service to the public, and upholding the dignity of Ghanaians.
It forms part of Mahama’s broader effort to instill discipline, curb arrogance, and ensure accountability in government.
The President warned that any further non-compliance would attract stricter penalties, including possible dismissal.
“All appointees must adhere strictly to the code. Anyone who defies these standards will face swift and firm consequences,” he cautioned.
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