President John Dramani Mahama has instructed all political appointees to purchase their own fuel, as part of sweeping austerity measures under his administration’s “Reset Agenda.”
What’s Changed
Effective immediately, the government has eliminated fuel allowances and state-funded fuel allocations for ministers, deputy ministers, and other appointees.
This forms part of a broader austerity campaign that also includes cutting DSTV subscriptions and utilities in government offices.
According to the presidential spokesperson, the move is meant to demonstrate leadership by example, with leaders sharing in the sacrifices being asked of the public.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers-Ghana (COPEC) praised the policy as “commendable and forward-thinking,” while calling for transparency in redirecting the savings toward vital public projects.
The initiative reflects a drive for fiscal discipline by reducing government waste and prioritizing critical sectors. It also signals a broader effort to rebuild public trust by aligning leadership privileges with the economic hardships faced by ordinary Ghanaians.
President Mahama’s directive marks a significant attempt to reshape public-sector norms by requiring appointees to “buy their own fuel,” signaling a new era of accountability in public finance.
Source: Myxyzonline.com