Audio By Carbonatix
President John Dramani Mahama has introduced a comprehensive Code of Conduct aimed at promoting integrity, accountability, and discipline among political appointees.
Unveiled on Monday, the Code sets clear ethical standards for ministers, public officials, and heads of state agencies, reinforcing President Mahama’s commitment to restoring public trust and curbing corruption in government.
The Code of Conduct lays out strict rules on issues ranging from gift-taking and asset acquisition to conflict of interest and official travel.
Notably, it prohibits appointees from accepting gifts from individuals or organizations with vested interests in government decisions. Any gift valued above GH¢20,000 must be declared and, upon leaving office, surrendered unless specifically authorised by the President.
In a move to prevent abuse of power and insider advantage, the Code also bars all political appointees from purchasing state assets either directly or indirectly. Violations, the document states, will result in immediate dismissal.
Find below the recently unveiled Code of Conduct:
Latest Stories
-
Let The Constitution direct Chieftaincy to deliver “All Development Is Local”   Â
51 minutes -
John Jinapor outlines renewable energy, nuclear power priorities for 2027
1 hour -
Ghana explores centre of excellence for hearing, communication and cochlear implant care
2 hours -
Schizophrenia-related disorders lead mental health cases recorded in Ghana
3 hours -
Dutch authorities enlist Ghana in hunt for fugitive drug lord Bolle Jos
3 hours -
Ghana housing finance conference adopts communiqué to improve affordable housing access
7 hours -
Special Initiatives Minister urges Wa Technical Institute to enrol more girls as EU-backed solar training lab opens
8 hours -
In the matter of my first year at the Bar
8 hours -
ActionAid Ghana calls for an end to child marriage, greater investment in girls’ rights
8 hours -
Newsfile to tackle World Cup visa scandal, beach demolitions, education strikes, BRICS bid
9 hours -
UK-Ghana Trade & Investment Summit: Trade Resource Centre to help businesses maximise UK-Ghana trade opportunities
9 hours -
Embassy of Denmark celebrates World Maritime Day
9 hours -
Linking LEAP to productive inclusion could cut extreme poverty by 2030 – UNICEF
10 hours -
Trade Ministry backs use of creative arts to rehabilitate prison inmates
10 hours -
Negotiations with government to continue despite strike suspension – GNAT
10 hours