President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s dedication to deepening transparency and accountability in public administration with the inauguration of a seven-member Governing Board for the Right to Information (RTI) Commission.
The newly constituted board, chaired by Dr. James Asante, will oversee the implementation of Ghana’s Right to Information Act, ensuring that citizens enjoy unrestricted access to public information. Madam Christina Edmund will serve as Vice Chairperson, with Mr. Kobby Woyome, Madam Aba Edusah, Madam Angela Emefa Kpegah, Madam Shirley Lartey (Executive Secretary), and Mr. Chris Dugan completing the membership.
Speaking at the inauguration, President Mahama said the operationalization of the board represented another major stride in promoting open governance and reinforcing public confidence in state institutions.
“Transparency is the bedrock of democracy,” the President stated. “The RTI Commission is not just an administrative body — it is a vital mechanism for building citizens’ trust and ensuring that government remains accountable to the people.”
He noted that the Commission’s role in enforcing the RTI law was crucial to Ghana’s democratic maturity, as it would help eliminate information barriers that often hinder effective participation in governance.
The President added that his administration remained committed to empowering oversight institutions to operate independently and effectively.
The inauguration, he said, was a reaffirmation of government’s resolve to strengthen the Right to Information framework, promote open data governance, and foster a culture of transparency across all sectors of public life.
Dr. Asante, on behalf of the Board, expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in them and pledged to work diligently to ensure that the RTI law achieves its intended purpose of making governance more accessible, participatory, and accountable.
