Minister-designate for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has assured Ghanaians that no diplomatic property will be sold under his tenure if approved by Parliament.
Appearing before the Appointments Committee on Friday, Ablakwa reaffirmed his commitment to protecting state properties, amid concerns over the sale and mismanagement of Ghana’s diplomatic assets abroad.
“I am currently championing the Protection of State Assets Bill, which I have introduced in Parliament with bipartisan support. I cannot be seen endorsing the sale of any diplomatic property,” he stated.
Ablakwa made a bold pledge, saying: “I make this pledge—under my watch, no diplomatic asset will be sold. Rather, they will be safeguarded.”
His remarks come amid heightened public scrutiny over the handling of Ghana’s foreign properties, with calls for stricter measures to prevent their disposal.