Kan-Dapaah warns public servants against leaking sensitive documents
Minister for National Security, Albert Kan-Dapaah, has emphasized that actions such as leaking sensitive documents, collaborating with internal and external agents, pursuing partisan agendas, and prioritizing parochial interests can erode public confidence.
He cautioned civil servants to remain vigilant against partisan pressures that may lead them to compromise the country’s peace and progress, noting that even minor indiscretions could have far-reaching consequences on various aspects of national security, including health, food, environment, energy, and community safety.
Kan-Dapaah stressed the importance of civil servants ensuring value for money and addressing development gaps.
He highlighted that the effective delivery of public goods and services, such as peace, stability, development, and decent living conditions, hinges on the efficient functioning of the civil service. He described the civil service as the government’s “engine and powerhouse” for meeting citizen expectations, emphasizing its role in preserving the public purse, promoting transparency, and ensuring equitable distribution of resources and investments.
Acknowledging the vital role of stakeholders, particularly the civil service, in safeguarding Ghana from internal and external challenges, Mr Kan-Dapaah emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure peace and stability in the West African sub-region.
Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, Head of Civil Service, reaffirmed the Civil Service’s commitment to enhancing workforce capacity to drive the country’s socio-economic development.
He underscored the importance of the Civil Service’s efficiency in achieving economic revival and implementing necessary reforms. Aggrey-Darkoh emphasized the need to equip the Civil Service with greater productivity, resourcefulness, a results-oriented approach, and a sense of accountability to promote good democratic governance.
The purpose of Civil Service Week, according to Aggrey-Darkoh, is to engage the public in policymaking, raise awareness of the Service’s activities in the private sector, explore collaboration and partnership opportunities, and recognize diligent staff.
During the event, awards were presented to civil servants, including Chief Directors, Directors, professionals, and sub-professional groups from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
Among the awardees, Dr. Yaw Osei, Chief Director of the Works and Housing Ministry, was named the third best performing chief director in 2023. Madam Wilhelmina Asamoah of the Energy Ministry and Mr. Kizito Ballans of the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations were recognized as the overall best performing chief directors.
