President John Mahama is set to announce sweeping restrictions on the privileges enjoyed by public officials under the previous administration. This is part of a comprehensive strategy to cut public spending and promote modest governance.
Speaking in an interview, government spokesperson Felix Ofosu Kwakye revealed that President Mahama is leading the charge with substantial cutbacks at the top level of government.
“In the coming days, President Mahama will announce many restrictions on some of the perks that public officials used to enjoy under the former administration,” he said.
According to him, the current administration is demonstrating a strong commitment to prudent spending. President Mahama has reduced his ministerial appointments to 56, fewer than the promised 60, and has halved the presidential staff size compared to the previous regime.
Ofosu Kwakye also disclosed that President Mahama has scrapped ex gratia payments for executive appointees and emphasized that all expenditures, including the new fuel levy, will be strictly monitored.
“We have banned non-essential spending, including DStv and satellite TV subscriptions at Jubilee House, and are extending this policy to all government agencies,” he added.
This move is part of President Mahama’s vision for modest and transparent leadership that prioritizes the welfare of citizens over luxury.