Ghanaian President John Mahama has b@nned first-class travel for all government appointees

Ghanaian President John Mahama has b@nned  first-class travel for all government appointees as part of efforts to cut down public expenditure in the country.

Speaking at the swearing-in of new ministers at the Jubilee House, President John Mahama said all non-essential travel would be prohibited, while the Chief of Staff must first clear any necessary trips before the trip can commence.

He revealed that he has directed the Chief of Staff to formally notify all ministers and government officials about an immediate restriction on non-essential travel, which aims to cut government expenditures.

“Any travel that is deemed essential and necessary must be cleared first with the Office of the Chief of Staff, and such travels will have to be taken in modesty. No first class,” Mahama stated.

The President also cautioned his appointees against arrogance and wasteful spending, stressing the need for prudent use of public resources.

“The resources you will be working with belong to the Ghanaian people who put us in office,” he said, adding that these resources must not be misused on luxury or extravagance considering that Ghana has suffered and is still suffering from previous mismanagement of funds.

Ghanaians seem excited about this recent development as it means that the government is aware of the suffering in the country and is working to resolve it.

Hopefully, other countries will learn from Ghana and follow suit.

Ghanaians have reacted to this news and their reactions were compiled by Celebrity note below,

”Thank you, Mr. President, God bless Ghana”

”I hope they will actually adhere to this news and not just announce and do nothing”