President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern warning to potential appointees, emphasising that they will be held to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Speaking at the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) on Sunday, January 12, 2025, Mahama made it clear that those seeking public office should be prepared for a challenging role.

“Any persons who find themselves appointed to public office have to be made aware that they will be held to the highest ethical and professional standards,” Mahama stated.

“So all those of you who are plying me with your CVs know that it is not going to be an easy job and it is not going to be business as usual.”

Mahama stressed the importance of governing with integrity and accountability, highlighting that public officials are stewards of the resources and trust bestowed upon them by the people of Ghana.

He underscored the need for appointees to prioritise the nation’s interests and uphold the principles of good governance.

“We will govern with the understanding that we are stewards of the resources and trust that has been bestowed upon us by the sovereign people of Ghana,” Mahama added.