President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to running the leanest government in Ghana’s history continues to draw attention. His spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has shed light on one key measure to achieve this goal.
Speaking on Key Points on TV3, Kwakye Ofosu revealed that the administration plans to forgo appointing Deputy Regional Ministers as part of its strategy to ensure efficiency with minimal resources.
“I doubt we’ll have Deputy Regional Ministers,” Kwakye Ofosu noted. “Ghanaians have embraced the idea of a leaner and more efficient government. These are measures that save money while ensuring the job gets done.”
President Mahama has pledged to work with only 60 ministers, a significant reduction from the over 120 ministers in Nana Akufo-Addo’s previous administration. This move is aimed at cutting government expenditure while maintaining effective governance.
Kwakye Ofosu’s comments offer a glimpse into the administration’s approach to implementing this streamlined structure, which has been a cornerstone of Mahama’s campaign promises.