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ACUC backs calls for immediate asset declaration by appointees

The Afro-Continental Union Consult, (ACUC), a think tank in African good governance, has endorsed the former Auditor General’s call for all political appointees to immediately declare their assets, emphasizing that the requirement should extend to all public and civil servants in the country.

According to ACUC’s Chief Executive Officer,  Benjamin Anyagre Aziginaateeg, the rush for political appointments should be met with the same urgency in asset declaration to ensure transparency and accountability.

“How does a country rid itself of the fear of dubious wealth acquisition at the expense of national growth?” he questioned, highlighting concerns over the alleged recoverable $19 billion referenced in Auditor General’s reports, as cited by the ORAL initiative.

He added that such financial losses have hindered development, depriving communities of essential needs like potable water and decent sanitation facilities.

Mr. Anyagre further urged the adoption of the ORAL information-gathering tool, likening it to Kwame Nkrumah’s dawn broadcasts against corruption.

“Hence, the ORAL information gathering tool, similar to the dawn broadcast of Nkrumah against officials engaged in corruption and state capture, must be embraced by all patriots of the land without any qualms”.

According to him, individuals found guilty of misappropriating state funds should willingly return what they have taken in the interest of national development.

“An appointee who fails to declare assets within four weeks is nothing but a suspect seeking personal gain. Such an appointment should be revoked without explanation, for an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure,” he stated.

The ACUC is calling on all stakeholders to support stringent measures that will promote transparency and prevent corruption in governance.

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