In a recent development, the government’s Performance Tracker has come under scrutiny after allegations surfaced regarding the misattribution of certain projects that were not funded by the ruling government.
Some leading members of the opposition National Democratic Congress have vehemently condemned the government for what they perceived as the government’s blatant decision to claim credit for the construction of certain projects, which were fully built by the previous government and others by some Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO).
Joyce Bawah Mogtari Esq, the Special Aide to former President John Dramani Mahama, commenting on the issue minced no words in her condemnation of the government’s actions, labelling the current administration as “morbidly corrupt and dishonest”.
In a scathing rebuke, Madam Mogtari urged citizens to reject the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and throw their support behind the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its leader, former President John Dramani Mahama, in the upcoming elections, citing the need for a more credible and transparent government to lead the country going forward.
She further expressed her dismay at the blatant disregard for truth and accountability displayed by the current administration and stressed the urgent need for Ghanaians to vote against the ruling party’s flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the December 7 polls.
“Government admits that they put out incorrect and inaccurate information. The correction of the lies they put out in Performance Tracker is here for all to see. This government has no shame and absolutely no credibility whatsoever!”
Joyce Bawah Mogtari Esq. Special Aide John Dramani Mahama
Government Urged to Ensure Transparency
Meanwhile, the Executive Director for Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, weighing in on the matter, emphasized the importance for the government to accurately acknowledge the funders behind each development projects.
While expressing his belief that governments should indeed report on projects facilitated by private sector entities or NGOs as part of their development agenda, Mr Asare stressed the necessity of crediting the actual contributors.
“I have read social media comments suggesting that the Pusiga Girls Model Primary and JHS have been falsely claimed by the government in its Performance Tracker. It is true that the school was fully built by an NGO-Actionaid and not the government.
“I think there is nothing wrong if the government decides to report on projects funded by the private sector or NGOs. After all, governments also exist to facilitate development through an enabling environment”.
Kofi Asare, Executive Director EduWatch
Mr Asare further underscored the need for transparency and accuracy in reporting, particularly in showcasing collaborative efforts between public and private sectors for community development.
Commenting on calls for the government to undertake corrective action following the revelations, the Executive Director for the education think-tank group urged the Performance Tracking team to revise their reports to accurately reflect the involvement of external entities such as NGOs in various development projects.
He stressed that such a move would ensure that credit is attributed where it is due to fostering accountability and preserving the integrity of development initiatives.
Mr Asare also advocated for greater diligence in documenting and acknowledging the contributions of all parties involved in development endeavours to uphold the principles of accountability and transparency in governance.
In an earlier statement, the Ministry of Information disclosed that 67 projects were wrongly included in the government’s Performance Tracker following the launching of the Tracker.
The Ministry of Information also expressed joy with the level of citizen’s interest in the tracker, stating that the level of engagement demonstrates the public’s commitment to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the information provided.
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