John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has directed the immediate cancellation of fuel allowances and fuel allocations for all political appointees when he assumes office in 2025.
The directive, announced on Monday, July 14, 2025, is part of Mahama’s broader Reset Ghana Agenda aimed at reducing waste, promoting fiscal discipline, and rebuilding confidence in public sector leadership.
A statement signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications, emphasized the urgency of cutting down on government excess and redirecting national resources to critical sectors.
“The President has directed the immediate cancellation of all fuel allocations and coupons for government officials and political appointees. Leadership must share in the sacrifices expected of the people,” the statement read.
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Cost-Cutting Under the Reset Agenda
This move is one of several reforms proposed by Mahama as part of his plan to reset the Ghanaian economy. Other measures include:
- Reducing the number of presidential staffers.
- Scrapping DSTV and satellite TV subscriptions in public offices.
- Eliminating non-essential government spending.
Mahama believes these austerity measures will help redirect funds into education, healthcare, and infrastructure — areas he has prioritized in his policy roadmap.
Party Support and Public Reaction
Joyce Bawah Mogtari, a senior aide to Mr. Mahama, described the directive as “refreshing,” adding that the NDC leader is committed to protecting the public purse.
“Mahama is taking real steps to ensure that taxpayer funds are used wisely to benefit ordinary Ghanaians,” she said in a recent interview.
Context: Austerity and the New Dumsor Levy
The announcement comes just days after the implementation of a new GHS 1.00 “Dumsor Levy” on fuel, which is meant to support power generation. Many Ghanaians view Mahama’s move as a timely demonstration of leadership by example.
Conclusion
As Ghana prepares for the 2025 general elections, Mahama’s decisive move to cut fuel benefits for appointees is being seen as a strong statement on responsible governance. The Reset Ghana Agenda continues to outline a vision where leadership sacrifices first before asking the citizens to do the same.Stay with xorlali.com for more updates on governance, politics, and development news in Ghana.
