Accountability in Public Service: A Call to Action for JDM Appointees

The recent EOCO probe into Kwabena Adu-Boahene serves as a stark reminder of the weight of accountability that comes with public office. While we commend the fair treatment being extended to him in custody, this situation underscores a critical lesson for all appointees: the need to perform their duties with integrity, transparency, and unwavering commitment to the public good.

Let us take inspiration from the timeless wisdom of Chinua Achebe, who said, "One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised." This truth resonates deeply in the realm of public service, where leaders are entrusted with the sacred duty of serving the people. To compromise integrity is to compromise the very foundations of governance.

Fusaini Isah’s Dogomba proverb warns us: “The rat does not feel the smoke when the fire begins; it only suffocates when the flame rises.” Appointees must remember that their actions today will not go unnoticed forever. A lack of diligence and responsibility may seem harmless in the moment, but over time, it will rise like the fire to suffocate reputations and legacies.

The Bible calls us to accountability in Luke 16:10: “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” As stewards of public office, appointees must recognize that the trust placed in them is both a privilege and a test. Failing in small matters eventually undermines the greater good entrusted to them.

Internationally, the words of Mahatma Gandhi remind us: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Leaders who prioritize service over self-interest leave behind a legacy of honor and respect, one that future generations can emulate.

To all appointees under the leadership of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, take note—your actions today will be scrutinized tomorrow. The public expects nothing less than excellence and ethical conduct. Any deviation from these principles risks not only tarnishing your legacy but also facing the full force of accountability when out of office.

Let this serve as a strong warning: uphold the values of service, or be prepared to answer for your actions. Ghana deserves leaders who prioritize the collective good over personal gain.

Retired Senior Citizen
Teshie-Nungua
026-414-0626
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