President John Dramani Mahama has handed over two vehicles he received as gifts to the state, in line with a new Code of Conduct unveiled for all government appointees.
The ethics code, launched on Monday, sets strict rules on asset declaration, conflicts of interest, and gifts received by public officials. Under the policy, any gift exceeding GH¢20,000 must be declared, with most such items expected to be surrendered to the state.
President Mahama said the gesture was a demonstration of leadership by example and a signal of his administration’s commitment to transparency.
“I have declared and donated two vehicles I received to the state. The Code applies to all of us, including the President,” he said.
This move comes nearly a decade after Mahama faced controversy for accepting a Ford Expedition vehicle from a Burkinabe contractor. An investigation by the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) found that while it breached gift policy guidelines, it did not amount to corruption or conflict of interest.
The new code also bars appointees from accepting favours from individuals or groups with vested interests in government decisions. It further prohibits the use of public funds for personal gifts or hampers, with exceptions for modest employee recognition tokens.
The initiative is part of a wider effort to promote ethical leadership and restore public trust in governance systems.
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