President John Dramani Mahama has barred all political appointees from accepting gifts or favours from individuals or organisations with interests in government decisions.
This directive forms part of a new Code of Conduct launched at the Jubilee House on Monday, aimed at promoting integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership across government.
The President noted that although gift-giving is culturally accepted in Ghana, public office holders must be guided by higher ethical standards to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest.
“No appointee is permitted to accept gifts, favours or hospitality from anyone doing business with the government,” Mahama stated. “Where gifts are received as part of official engagements and exceed GH¢20,000 in value, they must be declared and handed over unless the President grants written clearance.”
The Code also bans the use of public funds—including internally generated funds—for the purchase of hampers or gifts. Furthermore, political appointees are prohibited from buying state assets, either directly or through third parties, and are required to declare all business interests and avoid nepotism in appointments or procurement processes.
Appointees who breach the rules could face disciplinary action, including suspension or dismissal.
The new measures are part of Mahama’s 120-day post-election pledge to Ghanaians to restore public trust in governance and reinforce discipline within public institutions.
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