Mahama Sets March 31 Deadline for Public Officials to Declare Assets
President warns of severe sanctions, including dismissal, for non-compliance
- Appointees must declare assets by March 31, 2025, or face sanctions.
- Mahama submits his assets to the Auditor-General as a show of commitment
- Directive aims to boost transparency and strengthen the fight against corruption
President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to all government appointees, declaring that those who fail to declare their assets by March 31, 2025, will face severe sanctions, including possible removal from office.
The President made this declaration on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, after officially submitting his assets to Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu at the Jubilee House.
Following his submission, Mahama delivered a firm address, urging his appointees to comply with the constitutional requirement of asset declaration. He emphasized that this directive is crucial in enhancing transparency and strengthening the fight against corruption.
“I have taken this step to send an unmistakable signal to all public office holders, especially those I have appointed, that I take the declaration of assets very seriously and expect full compliance from them.
“I have asked the Chief of Staff to notify all appointees to ensure they declare their assets by the end of the first quarter of this year—March 31, 2025. I wish to stress that any appointee failing to meet the deadline will face severe sanctions, including possible dismissal,” Mahama warned.
This move underscores the administration’s unwavering commitment to accountability and good governance, reinforcing integrity within the public sector.
Mahama’s directive aligns with Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates public officials to declare their assets upon assuming office.
