President John Mahama has indicated that the Code of Conduct for Public Officers must reflect the declaration of the stands public office holders must live by
President Mahama Monday launched the Code of Conductfor his Ministers and appointees.
He says the code of conduct is a framework that will be binding on all public office holders and government officials.
Speaking at the launch at the Presidency, President Mahama said it must be applicable to everyone who holds public office including Members of the council of state
“Though the document often uses the term Minister, it applies broadly to Deputy Ministers, to Presidential Staffers, Chief Executive Officers and their Deputies, to Members of the Council of State, Board Members, and other political appointees within the Executive Arm of Government” he said.
Adding that senior government appointees and the vice President are not exclusive of the code of conduct
“Myself , the Vice President, the Chief of Staff, the Executive Secretary and all advisors were bound by this Code of Conduct”
President Mahama said code represents a bold declaration of the standards they must uphold as servants of the public.
“It reflects our commitment to build a government that is ethical, responsive, and worthy of the people’s trust,” he said.
“Let me be clear. This document is not a ceremonial one. It is a living and enforceable framework that outlines what is expected of every individual appointed under this administration” he emphasize
