I'll lead by example - Mahama

President John Mahama's Commitment to Ghana

President John Dramani Mahama has promised to lead by example. He spoke at the first Four-Day Ministerial Executive Leadership Programme Retreat in Ada, Greater Accra Region.

He emphasized his commitment to transforming Ghana's economy. "I’ll lead by example," he stated. He urged Ministers to uphold discipline, transparency, and accountability.

Mahama warned that he would act if anyone falls short of these values. "Ghana deserves nothing less," he said. He encouraged everyone to work for results, not applause.

The President highlighted the retreat's theme: "Re-Imagining Leadership in a Reset Ghana." He described it as a call to action, not just orientation for Ministers.

"We're here to shape a collective mindset and shared vision," he explained. This vision should be people-centered, innovative, transparent, and transformational.

He reminded Ministers that their party's future depends on their legacy. "We must give it our all," he urged them. Working together is essential for the party’s success.

Mahama outlined bold reforms like the 24-Hour Economy and the Big Push. These initiatives aim to create jobs and expand infrastructure in Ghana.

He stressed the need for local and international investment. "We must build trust with investors," he said. The government should be reliable for both investors and citizens.

The President noted that development requires collaboration with private sectors and partners. "We cannot walk this journey alone," he stated.

He acknowledged rapid global changes affecting livelihoods, including climate change and terrorism in West Africa. Aid is declining while multilateral systems face pressure.

Ministers must work hard for Ghana’s progress amid these challenges. "We must defend multilateralism and promote peace," Mahama urged.

He called for leaders who understand these stakes and can rise to meet them. The ministerial retreat included sessions on Cabinet orientation essential for teamwork.

"Government is a collective enterprise," Mahama said about success depending on aligned efforts across sectors.

He encouraged participants to leave with clarity of purpose and humility to learn continuously. Success involves listening, engaging, adapting, and delivering results.

Mahama thanked the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for its support in organizing the retreat.

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan was the guest speaker at the event. He urged Mahama to invest more in education for socioeconomic development in Ghana.

"If we must move Africa forward, then Ghana must move forward," Jonathan concluded.