Ada: President John Dramani Mahama has called on his Ministers and appointees to actively pursue change and take bold steps towards reform. Addressing the attendees at the inaugural Four-Day Ministerial Executive Leadership Programme Retreat held in Ada, Greater Accra Region, President Mahama emphasized the need for leadership that goes beyond mere administrative competence.
According to Ghana News Agency, the President highlighted the challenges facing the country, including a distressed economy heavily reliant on raw commodity exports, rising unemployment, and diminishing public trust in democratic institutions. He urged the Ministers to embrace innovative thinking and act decisively to address these issues, stating that the traditional methods of governance would no longer suffice.
President Mahama reiterated that the retreat, themed ‘Re-Imagining Leadership in a Reset Ghana,’ was a call to action rather than a ceremonial gathering. He reminded the Ministers of their commitment to the citizens and the expectation to deliver on electoral promises, emphasizing the need for a people-centered, transparent, and transformative approach to governance.
The President, serving his second and final term, declared his intent for this term to be impactful and encouraged his administration to work with urgency. He stressed the importance of creating opportunities and fairness for all, particularly for the youth and entrepreneurs, and affirmed that Ghana’s potential lies in its resilient population and rich resources.
In his concluding remarks, President Mahama challenged the Ministers to lead with vision and integrity, make data-driven decisions, and prioritize public service over personal gain. He expressed gratitude to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for its partnership in facilitating the retreat and underscored the significance of collaboration with various stakeholders to transform the nation.
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, the guest speaker at the event, advocated for increased investment in Ghana’s education sector as a means to propel the nation’s socioeconomic progress, aligning with the broader goal of advancing Africa’s development.
