DjQwequ Blog of Tuesday, 15 July 2025
Source: Emmanuel Jacob Amissah

President John Dramani Mahama has announced a decisive cost-cutting directive, scrapping all fuel allowances and allocations to political appointees effective immediately. This move is part of broader efforts to curb government expenditure and redirect public funds to high-priority areas.
According to a press release issued by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications and Spokesperson to the President, the directive underscores the administration's commitment to fiscal responsibility and prudent management of public resources.
President Mahama emphasized that leadership must also bear its part of the sacrifices it is calling on the people to make. By eliminating fuel allowances for government appointees, the administration aims to demonstrate its dedication to austerity measures and ensure that public funds are utilized efficiently for the benefit of the nation.
"Leadership must also sacrifice," President Mahama stated, highlighting the administration's commitment to leading by example.