Offer actionable guidance that will help propel the nation forward – Mahama tells Council of State

President John Dramani Mahama has called on the Council of State, chaired by former Speaker of Parliament Edward Doe Adjaho, to offer actionable guidance that will help propel the nation forward.

He said they are expected to offer wise counselling on matters of governance, policy and national development drawing from their diverse backgrounds and experience.

“…It is in this state that the Council of State was established, to serve as a fountain of guidance, a reservoir of experience and a patrician of non-partisan insight for the executive arm of government. The Council of State as a distinguished advisory body, is composed of men and women with integrity, experience and sound judgement,” he said after wearing in the 31-member Council of state in Accra on Tuesday, February 18

He added “Your role is not merely ceremonial it is one of profound responsibility. You are expected to offer wise counselling on matters of governance, policy and national development drawing from your diverse backgrounds and experience.

“The time we find ourselves in, demands nothing less than selfless service, constructive dialogue and unwavering patriotism. Our nation faces complex challenges including economic distress, social cohesion issues and the need to strengthen our democratic institutions.

“In addressing these issues, your voices must be heard not in mere rhetoric but in an insightful actionable and transformative guidance that will propel our nation forward,” he urged.

Speaking to journalists after the event, Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo assured to provide honest and unbiased advice.

“The Council of State is a body that is supposed to be advising the president. I am not going to be singing his master’s voice, so to speak. An adviser does not parrot.

“An adviser speaks with honesty. An adviser looks to the best interest not only of the person they are advising but of the function the person is serving,” she explained.

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