Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has launched a bold “Reset Agenda” to tackle corruption and chronic poor service at the country’s embassies, citing “considerable outrage” over recent reports of mistreatment of citizens abroad.
In a sweeping policy shift, Ablakwa revealed that all embassy phone calls will now be recorded and reviewed to monitor staff professionalism, while new performance metrics for ambassadors will prioritize responsiveness.
“Officials falling short will face sanctions,” he warned.
The Minister singled out Washington DC’s embassy as an early success story, where anti-graft measures and operational overhauls cleared a backlog of 2,943 visa applications.
“The Mahama administration demands uncompromising standards of transparency and patriotism,” he stressed.
Ablakwa urged public confidence in the reforms, framing them as critical to redeeming Ghana’s international reputation.
“For God and Country,” he concluded, “we will serve you with efficiency and integrity.”
