Fatimatu Abubakar, minister for Information has called for a collective commitment from public sector institutions to prioritize transparency and accessibility of the flow of information.
According to the minister, institutions must ensure that all Ghanaians benefit from open governance. "For any democracy to thrive, its citizens must be well-informed, and public sector institutions must be transparent and accessible, our resolve to continue improving access to information in every corner of the country has never been stronger," she said Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 2024 International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) in Accra on October 2, 2024, under the theme "Mainstreaming Access to Information and Participation in the Public Sector", the minister highlighted that access to information is not merely a right but a crucial enabler of progress.
She expressed gratitude for the meaningful discussions that took place during the two-day event. "Information is the lifeblood of democracy, the bridge between governments and the governed," she said. "Together, we can shape the future of access to information in Ghana and beyond," she added.
Meanwhile, President has reaffirmed his administration's dedication to transparency and citizen participation.