In a move to foster transparency and good governance, President John Dramani Mahama has challenged the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) to actively monitor and critique his administration’s policies.
This call to action emphasizes the critical role of legal institutions in ensuring accountability and promoting national development.
During a meeting with GBA leader Efua Ghartey, Mahama acknowledged the association’s tireless efforts to uphold the rule of law and protect human rights.
“You have been a strong advocate for the rule of law, respect for human rights, the constitution, and freedoms. I believe that the role you play is important for our society to progress,” he said.
Mahama emphasized the importance of constructive criticism, urging the GBA to speak out when governance takes a wrong turn.
“So, as I have told civil societies, they must have the freedom to point out when things are not going in a way they should. Just like we say in our local parlance, ‘if a person is charting a path, he may not know that it is crooked.’
He added, “It is only onlookers who can be able to point it out to him. So, we will appreciate whatever feedback you give, and I believe that is how government should be.”