Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has said that he has demonstrated a strong commitment to fighting corruption, which he said is a canker to the development of the nation.

At a meeting with leadership and members of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) in Accra, on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, Dr. Bawumia said corruption in the public sector is widespread, and cannot be tackled through lip service.

To effectively fight corruption, the New Patriotic Party flagbearer noted that there must be systems in place to prevent it, and the political will to deal with those engaged in it, despite the system put in place.

"Corruption stalls our development and I am very committed to fighting it. I have demonstrated my commitment to fighting corruption over the years,” Dr. Bawumia said.

"To fight corruption effectively, I believe we have to put in place systems that fight corruption. It is the way to go."

Dr. Bawumia gave examples of how the systems he has helped put in place are helping to fight corruption, especially exposing identity fraud and public payroll fraud.

"The system we have put in place is helping us a lot to do so much in terms of corruption and saving money," Dr. Bawumia added, as he highlighted millions of savings by the Controller and Accountant General, National Service Secretariat, DVLA, the ports and other government agencies.

"If you look at the digitalisation and the systems we are putting in place, they are helping a lot," he stressed.

Dr. Bawumia also revealed how, as President, he will use blockchain technology across government transactions to prevent corrupt practices.

"Above all these, there should also be the political will to prosecute those who engage in acts of corruption, regardless of which party they belong to," he added.