Social activist Michael Teye has called for stronger due diligence, monitoring and accountability within Ghana’s port system to prevent irregularities and protect the country’s international reputation.
Speaking on Plan B FM’s EBAANOSEN show, hosted by Adomba De-Starboy, Mr. Teye said effective monitoring systems were essential to ensuring that Ghana’s ports operate efficiently and remain compliant with the required standards.
He expressed concern over the potential impact of drug-related allegations involving Ghana and said such developments could damage the country’s reputation internationally, particularly when individuals entrusted with positions of responsibility become associated with alleged illicit activities.
Mr. Teye questioned why some individuals suspected of wrongdoing sometimes appear to escape accountability, stressing that people who engage in misconduct must face the appropriate consequences regardless of their position or influence.
He also proposed a more effective staff rotation system at the ports, arguing that officers should not remain in the same positions for prolonged periods.
According to him, regular transfers could reduce excessive familiarity with established systems and relationships, while strengthening oversight and limiting opportunities for practices that could undermine institutional accountability.
Mr. Teye further urged public officials and other individuals in positions of authority to exercise greater responsibility in the management of public resources.
He said those entrusted with power and public responsibilities must recognise the importance of protecting the country’s limited resources and conducting themselves in a manner that preserves public confidence in Ghana’s institutions.
By: Ernest Kumi
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