The Office of the President has reaffirmed its directive prohibiting outgoing Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Regional Ministers, and other political appointees from acquiring official government vehicles as the current administration concludes its term. This policy, introduced during President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s first term in 2020, remains firmly in place as the President’s second and final term draws to a close.
In a statement issued by the Communications Directorate at Jubilee House, the administration emphasized its commitment to accountability and responsible management of state resources. The directive specifically prohibits any appointee of the current government from purchasing or acquiring official vehicles under the Presidential Office Act, 1993 (Act 463).
Unlike previous administrations that allowed appointees to acquire one official saloon vehicle through valuation by the State Transport Company Ltd., President Akufo-Addo has reiterated that this practice will not be permitted under his leadership.
The directive applies to all Ministers of State, Deputy Ministers, Regional Ministers, Special Assistants, Special Aides to the President and Vice President, and political appointees, including chairpersons and members of statutory boards and corporations. These individuals are required to return all government vehicles in their possession to the Chief Director of their respective ministries by Friday, January 3, 2025.
The statement highlighted that the policy underscores the President’s dedication to transparency and effective stewardship of state resources. The Office of the President expressed its expectation that appointees will comply fully with this measure.
This firm stance by the government signals its determination to prevent the misuse of public assets and ensure a smooth transition as the administration’s tenure concludes.
