In an open letter to President John Dramani Mahama, journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has called on the president to take immediate and decisive action against corruption within his administration.
While congratulating Mahama on his victory in the 2024 election, Awuni's focus is on the need for a strong hand in dealing with ministers and appointees who may be more interested in self-serving agendas than in public service.
Awuni's primary message to Mahama is clear: "Crack the whip." He warns that some of the president's appointees may not be in office to serve the public, but to enrich themselves or further their own political ambitions.
He highlights that these individuals, driven by personal goals, may soon turn to corruption and misconduct. "Some are in to make money and retire with you because they stand no chance of being in a future NDC administration," Awuni writes. "Some have presidential ambitions and want to build war chests of resources to pursue their goals." In the face of this, Awuni urges the president to act swiftly. "With minds contaminated with selfish ambitions, some will soon start looting and misbehaving," he warns, stressing that Mahama must not hesitate at the hint of scandal or misconduct.
