Mahama Mandates MMDCEs to Submit Asset Declarations by July 15, Enforces Sanctions for Non-compliance

 In a significant move aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency within local governance, President John Dramani Mahama has issued a directive mandating all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to declare their assets by July 15, 2025. The announcement, made during an orientation and training program for MMDCEs in Accra, underscores the administration's commitment to upholding the principles enshrined in Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution.

President Mahama's insistence on asset declaration is not merely a legal formality; it is part of a broader strategy to combat corruption and rebuild public confidence in government. He stressed the urgency of compliance, warning that those who fail to fulfill this obligation would face sanctions. "I wish to remind you that you are among the office holders required to declare your assets, and so I expect that by July 15, all of you will have declared your assets," the President stated clearly, setting an expectation for accountability from his appointees.

Throughout his tenure, which began in January 2025, President Mahama has emphasized the importance of transparency in governance. His administration has already taken steps to penalize those who fall short of this directive. In conjunction with asset declarations, the President highlighted the unprecedented financial support allocated to local assemblies, citing record-level transfers from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF). “We have taken steps to transfer the highest amount of funds in the history of the Fourth Republic to you from the District Assemblies Common Fund,” Mahama noted, revealing that a substantial 80% of DACF funds would go directly to the MMDCEs.

With increased funding comes the responsibility of judicious management. President Mahama urged MMDCEs to ensure that these resources are utilized transparently and effectively, emphasizing that the funds should serve the interests of the community rather than individual agendas. "We expect you to ensure the judicious and transparent use of these resources. The funds must be utilised in the interest of our people and not for our social contract," he asserted, reinforcing the concept of public trust.

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In addition to asset declarations and financial transparency, President Mahama announced plans for reforms in the management of sanitation services at the local level. Noting the inefficiencies of the current centralized waste management model, he revealed intentions to introduce new procurement guidelines. These changes aim to empower local authorities to select their sanitation service providers through a competitive and transparent process.

President Mahama's statements encapsulate his administration's ongoing commitment to fostering good governance, combating corruption, and promoting decentralized management. As local leaders prepare for the upcoming challenges, they find themselves at the forefront of a pivotal shift towards more responsible and transparent local governance. The expectation is clear: with new responsibilities come new standards of accountability that must be met in the interest of the citizens they serve.

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