Jonathan Gador anti-corruption campaigner has attributed the persistent failure of some public institutions to comply with accountability requirements to weaknesses within the country’s governance framework.
Continuing his remarks on Bryt FM’s Adekyee Mu Nsem programme, Mr. Gador argued that the issue goes beyond the actions of individual CEOs and reflects broader challenges in the enforcement of rules and regulations within the public sector.
According to him, boards, ministers and regulatory authorities have specific responsibilities to ensure that state institutions function effectively and comply with established procedures. However, he believes many of these oversight mechanisms have not been sufficiently effective in holding public officials accountable.
Mr. Gador maintained that when individuals are aware that there are real consequences for misconduct or negligence, they are more likely to act responsibly. Unfortunately, he said, many public officials have come to believe that violations of regulations often go unpunished.
“The governance framework is part of the problem. If people know there are consequences for their actions, they will be careful. But when people believe there are no consequences, they continue to disregard the rules,” he said.
Although he supports the President’s directive, Mr. Gador indicated that he would have preferred stronger punitive measures against institutions and officials who repeatedly fail to meet their legal obligations.
He emphasized that accountability is essential for effective governance and public trust, adding that stronger enforcement mechanisms would help improve the performance of state institutions and reduce opportunities for corruption and financial mismanagement.
Mr. Gador therefore called on all stakeholders, including boards of directors, ministers and regulatory agencies, to play their roles more effectively in ensuring that public institutions operate transparently and in the best interests of citizens.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/Amuzu Priscilla
