Professor Ransford Edward Gyampo, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), has lauded President John Mahama’s administration for what he described as ethical leadership and effective governance that have restored public trust and economic stability in Ghana.
Speaking in a media interview, Prof Gyampo commended the President for demonstrating integrity, fairness, and transparency in his leadership approach. He said Mahama’s emphasis on accountability and good governance had improved the credibility of the political class and revived confidence among citizens.
“Ethical leadership is about leading with fairness, honesty and respect, making decisions aligned with strong moral principles,” he explained. “If you look at these qualities, President Mahama can be praised for embodying them.”
Prof Gyampo noted that, under Mahama, Ghana had witnessed a disciplined management of resources and greater prudence in the use of public funds. He mentioned that even self-financing agencies like the GSA had come under tighter fiscal oversight to promote transparency. “Sometimes it feels painful, but if it advances a greater cause, we have to comply,” he said.
According to him, the government’s smaller ministerial size compared to previous administrations had enhanced efficiency and reduced waste. He also cited indications of improved investor confidence, lower interest rates, and a more stable cedi as examples of sound economic management.
The GSA boss highlighted progress in reviving the constitutional review process, describing it as vital to Ghana’s democratic maturity. “If you don’t get the Constitution right, everything else will go wrong,” he remarked, adding that Mahama’s government deserved credit for restarting a process that had been stalled for years.
However, Prof Gyampo acknowledged that public impatience with the pace of justice in prosecuting corruption-related cases remained a challenge. He advised political leaders to manage public expectations by clarifying the realities of Ghana’s slow judicial process.
“In future, politicians should speak with more restraint so that citizens appreciate that justice takes time,” he said, stressing that due process cannot be rushed in a democratic system.
Despite the challenges, Prof Gyampo said the government must continue its inclusive approach to governance to ensure its achievements benefit all Ghanaians.