Special Aide to former President John Dramani Mahama, Joyce Bawah Mogtari has spoken about the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s ongoing efforts to tackle corruption and enhance transparency within Ghana’s political landscape in an interview on GHOne TV.
Mogtari revealed that the NDC has introduced the Oral Witness and Records (ORAL) platform, a new initiative designed to gather evidence, protect witnesses, and create a channel for citizens to share information related to corruption.
She emphasized that this platform is part of a broader strategy to demonstrate the party’s commitment to fighting corruption, particularly during the transition period.
“ORAL’s purpose is straightforward—collect and preserve evidence, protect witnesses, and create a platform for citizens to share information,” Mogtari explained.
“This is part of a broader strategy to ensure the government demonstrates its commitment to fighting corruption during the transition period.”
Her comments highlight the NDC’s focus on setting up mechanisms to promote transparency and accountability.
The platform is not just a reactive measure but a proactive attempt to strengthen Ghana’s democratic processes and ensure that corruption has no place in public office.
Mogtari also took the opportunity to address some of the most glaring instances of mismanagement under the current government.
Reflecting on the last few years, she voiced her frustration with what she called “unprecedented nepotism and corruption” that had taken hold in various sectors.
“Over $60 million was spent on the National Cathedral with no tangible outcome. Similarly, $12 million was wasted on the PDS deal, resulting in the loss of the Millennium Compact for power distribution—funds that could have improved electricity access for Ghanaians,” she pointed out.
