Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has categorically denied allegations that his office has been allocated 78 million Ghana cedis for propaganda purposes. In a recent interview on The Keypoints, Kwakye Ofosu clarified that the funds are actually intended for three critical agencies under his supervision: the Information Services Department (ISD), Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), and Ghana News Agency (GNA).
Kwakye Ofosu emphasized that these agencies will struggle to operate effectively with the allocated amount, highlighting that the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation alone needs 36 million Ghana cedis to establish a presence in the six new regions. He stressed that his office is modest, requiring minimal funding, and that he has declined entitlements such as police guards and domestic staff.
In fact, Kwakye Ofosu revealed that he pays his driver of 20 years out of his own pocket, rather than relying on state funding. This gesture underscores his commitment to humility and responsible use of public resources. By setting the record straight, Kwakye Ofosu aims to dispel any misconceptions about his office’s allocation of funds and reassure Ghanaians of the government’s dedication to transparency and accountability.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
