By Sarah Baafi
The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, on Wednesday, January 14, 2025, in a public briefing at the Jubilee House as part of the Government Accountability Series, an initiative aimed at strengthening transparency and open governance has insisted on governments determination to make investments deliver tangible returns.
He noted that government decisions must be justified by outcomes that inspire confidence among the citizenry.The session provided the minister with an opportunity to outline government actions, respond to public concerns and clarify policy directions across key sectors of the economy and governance.
Touching on economic management, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu emphasized the need for investments to deliver tangible returns, noting that government decisions must be justified by outcomes that inspire confidence among investors.
“We need to make returns that justify the investments we make. If an investment does not deliver, no investor will allow you back on the field,” he stated, adding that prudent financial management and strategic adjustments remain central to the government’s economic agenda.
He explained that government is reviewing earlier proposals that faced stakeholder resistance, stressing that inclusive engagement remains a priority to ensure policies reflect the interests of all affected parties and contribute to community development.
On governance and security matters, the minister disclosed that consultations are ongoing with key stakeholders, including the Defence Ministry and agencies responsible for environment, science and technology, to address capacity gaps and improve operational efficiency within specialized sectors.
During the question-and-answer session, journalists raised concerns about allegations of political campaigning by the Inspector-General of Police, the status of international cooperation programmes involving Ghanaian beneficiaries abroad, and the government’s plans moving forward after what some observers described as a relatively scandal-free first year.
Responding to questions on the government’s outlook for the second year in office, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu indicated that the initial focus on economic stabilization would now give way to targeted growth initiatives, improved public sector conduct and policy implementation.
He also reaffirmed President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to the implementation of the Affirmative Action law, assuring the public that modalities are being finalized to ensure effective rollout. Additionally, he hinted at plans to introduce a new development fund, noting that details on its launch and beneficiaries would be announced in due course.
The minister further addressed issues relating to state prosecution, the detention of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, and matters arising from the report of the Constitution Review Committee, reiterating government’s commitment to due process and institutional reform.
The Government Accountability Series is expected to continue in the coming weeks, with other sector ministers scheduled to account for their stewardship and outline priorities for the year ahead.
