I am exceedingly proud of my record in office – Akufo Addo
By Daniel NONOR
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed pride in his administration’s accomplishments over the past seven and a half years in office.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of 24 new ministers and deputy ministers at the Jubilee House yesterday, the President highlighted the considerable achievements in various sectors of national life, despite facing challenging global developments.
“In all modesty, I’m exceedingly proud of my record in office and the considerable achievements that have been recorded in all sectors of national life these last seven and a half years,” President Akufo-Addo said.
He pointed to successes chucked by his administration in managing the national economy and sectors such as education, healthcare, roads, railways, digitalization, infrastructural development, agricultural and industrial transformation, and the protection of Ghana’s territorial integrity and security.
President Nana Addo also underscored efforts in the fight against corruption, environmental degradation, and the robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Moreover, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the strides made in entrenching good governance, the rule of law, and contributing to regional and continental integration and unity.
“The record is there for all to see, and I believe it is one which, in all humility, is at the least the equal of any in the history of the Fourth Republic,” he stated.
Acknowledging the contributions of his predecessors, the President expressed heartfelt appreciation for their assistance in achieving these outcomes.
He called on the new ministers to continue with the same level of cooperation to further the nation’s progress.
“I believe, however, that we all understand that different times require different instruments of action. Together, let us help build that dignified, self-reliant, prosperous Ghana that successive generations of Ghanaian patriots and the founders of our free democratic nation sought with their blood, sweat, and toil,” he concluded.
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo charged his newly appointed ministers to justify their inclusion in his government by making a difference and significantly contribute to advancing the course of his government within the limited time available.
“You have joined the government with only seven months to go, but I am confident that there is enough time for you to make a difference and significant contribution.
“ indeed anyone who has something to do can make a point within a short period and I am sure with your various competences, experiences and talents, make this distinctly possible “
He charged the appointees to remain focused and live to the tenets of their oath in the discharge of their duties.
“Your appointment has come at a critical moment in the history of our country and your success in this endeavor would be a consequence of your respect to the oaths you have solemnly sworn to uphold the interest of the republic, defend its constitution and promote the interest of the citizenry”
