The Transition Team of President-elect John Dramani Mahama has cautioned public officials against yielding to pressure from outgoing political actors to carry out last-minute recruitments, payments, transfers, or promotions.
This warning follows a resolution reached during the second meeting of the Joint Transition Team on December 13, 2024, requiring prior approval for such actions.
Despite this agreement, the Mahama Transition Team has accused the outgoing NPP government of breaching protocols by continuing these activities.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the team warned that any unauthorized recruitments, promotions, or financial transactions some allegedly backdated will be reversed once power is officially transferred.
The statement further indicated that public officials responsible for these actions would be held accountable.
The team reiterated its commitment to ensuring a smooth and transparent transition process, urging all stakeholders to adhere strictly to established guidelines.
“For the avoidance of doubt, all public officials are strongly cautioned to resist pressure from outgoing political actors to engage in these acts as they could attract severe consequences when the new government takes office,” stated Felix Kwakye Ofosu, spokesperson for the Mahama Transition Team.
