President John Dramani Mahama has charged Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to uphold accountability, transparency and integrity as they begin their respective assignments as ministers.
He urged the two ministers to remain accessible to Ghanaians, listen to their concerns and ensure that decisions taken in office are guided by legality, fairness and the public interest.
Mr Ayariga and Dr Agyeman-Rawlings were sworn into office on Saturday, August 29, following their approval by Parliament on Friday, August 28.
Mr Ayariga has assumed responsibility for the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, while Dr Agyeman-Rawlings takes charge of the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology.
Speaking after the swearing-in ceremony, President Mahama reminded the two ministers that their appointments came with significant expectations from the Ghanaian people.
He stressed that citizens were not only interested in seeing government officials occupy public offices but also expected them to deliver measurable results while maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.
“Let me remind you that the Ghanaian people expect results, they expect integrity, accessibility and accountability. They expect public officials to listen to them and act with urgency, so be firm where firmness is required. Be fair where fairness is required but always remember to remain humble.
“Listen to professional advice, respect the institutions under your leadership and ensure that public resources are managed prudently. Let every decision you take withstand the test of legality, fairness and public interest.”
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