Mahama, NDC Government Will Not Spare Those Who Looted State Resources – Hon. Vondee Warns
Hon. David T.D. Vondee, Member of Parliament for Twifo Atti Morkwa, has issued a stern warning, stating that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, will not hesitate to prosecute individuals found guilty of looting state resources.
Vondee made these comments during an exclusive interview with ExpressNewsGhana in Parliament, Accra.
Vondee, a strong supporter of President Mahama, emphasized that those who misused or embezzled public funds during the previous administration will face serious consequences.
He underscored that the NDC government is committed to upholding transparency and accountability in governance.
In his interview, Hon. Vondee also criticized appointments made after the previous government lost power, which he claims were unnecessary and poorly planned.
According to him, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government under Nana Akufo-Addo had eight years to make crucial decisions and appointments but chose to make them only after losing power. He pointed out that such actions left many public servants in limbo, without clarity on their future roles or salaries.
Highlighting the commitment of the NDC government to a “lean” administration, Hon. Vondee pointed out that President Mahama had initially appointed 60 ministers, and even now, the number is kept modest at 56. He praised the President’s approach to governance, which he said demonstrated prudence and modesty.
Addressing the Bank of Ghana’s Controversial Spending
Hon. Vondee also raised concerns about the spending on the new Bank of Ghana building, which was initially budgeted at $18 million but later ballooned to a staggering $261 million under the NPP administration. He called on those responsible to justify the expenditure or face termination, stressing that public officials must be held accountable for such overspending.
Vondee compared the Akufo-Addo administration to the leadership of President Mahama, who, he said, had a clear and practical approach to development projects. He praised the Mahama administration’s focus on affordable housing, citing the Seglem housing project as an example of how the government had effectively utilized resources to provide homes for workers at a reasonable cost.
He also pointed to the previous government’s failure to manage the currency exchange rate, which has led to the depreciation of the Ghanaian cedi and an increase in the cost of housing. Vondee argued that while the housing project was affordable under Mahama’s regime, it has become increasingly expensive due to the current government’s mismanagement of the economy.
A Call for Accountability and Action
The MP continued to draw attention to what he described as mismanagement and corruption under the Akufo-Addo government. He cited the controversial demolition of judges’ houses, the passport office, and other infrastructure projects that have failed to meet expectations. He described these actions as a betrayal of the public trust and called for those responsible to be held accountable.
He reaffirmed the NDC’s commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring that anyone involved in the misuse of public funds is brought to justice. He commended the NDC government for setting up the ORAL team, which he claimed had uncovered valuable information, much of it provided by members of the opposition. He emphasized that the NDC would not shy away from holding the perpetrators accountable, regardless of political affiliation.
Vondee also addressed the Attorney General’s recent calls for arrests, noting that the NDC government is committed to using legal processes to ensure that justice is served. He stated that the NDC would not resort to witch-hunting, but when individuals are found guilty, they must face the law.
“The NDC is committed to rebuilding the country, and part of that process is ensuring that those who have looted state resources are held accountable,” Vondee concluded.
His remarks come at a time when the country is grappling with growing concerns about corruption and the misuse of state resources. The NDC, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, has vowed to tackle these issues head-on, aiming to restore public trust and promote good governance in Ghana.
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