By Sarah Baafi
Minister Designate for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has addressed ongoing controversy surrounding his residence at Airport Hills in Accra on his “X” handle formally Twitter. The issue emerged during his vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament on January 31, 2025. Questions were raised about his residential address and occupancy status.
Ablakwa clarified that he is a tenant at Plot No. 565 on Wilshire Boulevard in Airport Hills and does not own the property. Finali Limited, the management of Airport Hills, confirmed this information to the Appointments Committee. They also stated that the property is situated on a single plot and not four plots as previously claimed by some individuals.
“I have absolutely nothing to hide,” Ablakwa emphasized. He noted that despite initial disallowance of further inquiries into his tenancy during vetting proceedings, he chose to pursue transparency voluntarily: “In accordance with my personal principles of transparency and accountability.”
Ablakwa highlighted his commitment to public service integrity: “In my 17 years of serving Ghana, there has never been any adverse audit finding against me.” He remains focused on national interests: “Let’s remain focused on resetting Ghana.”
