In a stark warning to potential appointees in his incoming administration, President-elect John Dramani Mahama has vowed to crack down on corruption and incompetence, sending a clear message that it’s no longer business as usual.
Speaking at a thanksgiving service in Accra, John Mahama cautioned that his government will not tolerate laxity and dishonesty and that those who fail to meet the expectations of the Ghanaian people will face the consequences.
John Mahama’s warning comes as a surprise to many, given the checkered history of his previous administration. During his first term as President, several of his appointees were embroiled in corruption scandals, including the infamous GYEEDA and SADA scandals, which saw millions of Ghanaian cedis embezzled.
The scandals led to widespread criticism and calls for accountability, with many questioning John Mahama’s commitment to fighting corruption.
However, it appears that John Mahama has learned from his past mistakes.
In his recent speech, he drew parallels with the defeat of the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) government, suggesting that the same judgment could await those in his administration who fail to deliver.
“And so, just as our colleagues in the NPP might be feeling very pained by their loss, it should serve as a lesson to those of us coming into government that the same stick that Takyi has been beaten with, Ghanaian people are reserving it for Baah,” he remarked.
John Mahama’s warning is not just a rhetorical flourish; it’s a clear indication of his intention to tackle corruption head-on.
He emphasized that only those committed to serving Ghana with diligence, modesty, and humility will find a place in his administration.
“If you’re not prepared to work and serve the people of Ghana diligently and modestly and with humility, then don’t come,” he said firmly.
The President-elect’s comments have been met with cautious optimism from many Ghanaians, who are eager to see a new era of accountability and transparency in government.
However, with Mahama’s inauguration just around the corner, all eyes will be on him to deliver on his promises and prove that his administration will be different from the past.
