President John Dramani Mahama has warned his appointees of the consequences of failing to declare their assets as required by the Constitution.
He has issued end of the first quarter of 2025 deadline which he says appointees who fail to declare their assets then would be sanctioned, including being sacked from office.
According to the President, his directive underscores his commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in his administration.
His warning follows a submission of his own assets declaration form to the Auditor-General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, at the Jubilee House Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
John Mahama has set himself up as an example for his appointees to follow, urging them to fulfill the legal obligation without delay.
He emphasised that asset declaration was a crucial step in promoting transparency and strengthening the fight against corruption.
By adhering to this directive, he noted, officials would demonstrate integrity and accountability in the execution of their duties.
“Any appointee who fails to meet the asset declaration deadline will face serious sanctions, not excluding removal from office,” the President asserted.
Mahama’s directive is in line with Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates public officials to declare their assets upon assumption of office.
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