Domelevo calls for asset declarations before ministers are sworn in

Former Auditor General, Dominic Yao Domelevo, has expressed concern over the recent swearing-in of ministers without a prior declaration of their assets.

On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama swore in six new ministers at the Jubilee House in Accra, urging them to declare their assets as part of their official duties.

However, Domelevo believes that the process of asset declaration should be done before ministers are sworn in. In an interview with Joy FM on Thursday, January 23, he emphasized that requiring ministers to declare their assets and liabilities prior to taking office would foster transparency and build public trust in the government.

“If I were the president, thankfully I am not the president, but I would have told them, after going through vetting and all of that, go and declare your assets and liabilities before I swear you in,” Domelevo stated. He underscored the importance of this step as a means of promoting integrity and accountability within the political system.

Domelevo also highlighted the potential impact such a measure could have in the fight against corruption. “This simple yet powerful measure can serve as a cornerstone in Ghana’s fight against corruption and set the tone for a more accountable government,” he added.

By advocating for asset declarations as a precondition for office, Domelevo’s comments reflect growing calls for greater transparency and stronger anti-corruption efforts within the country’s political landscape.

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