President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to all government appointees, emphasizing the importance of timely asset declarations.

Speaking on Tuesday, 18th February 2025, the President announced that any official who fails to declare their assets by the end of the first quarter of 2025 will face “serious sanctions,” including the potential for removal from office.

The directive came after President Mahama personally submitted his asset declaration form to the Auditor-General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, at the Jubilee House.

His act of compliance with this constitutional requirement serves as a clear signal to all public officials of the importance of transparency and accountability in governance.

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“Any appointee who fails to meet the asset declaration deadline will face serious sanctions, not excluding removal from office,” Mahama stated firmly, stressing the non-negotiable nature of the deadline.

His message underlined his administration’s resolve to ensure that all public officials adhere to the principles of good governance, setting a strong example with his own compliance.

The President’s decision to impose a strict deadline for asset declarations is part of his broader effort to fight corruption and enhance transparency in government.

Asset declarations are a constitutional obligation that helps to ensure public officials are held accountable for their wealth, with the aim of preventing illicit accumulation of assets while in office.

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