President John Dramani Mahama on Monday signed three major reform bills into law at the Presidency, marking what government officials describe as a significant step toward strengthening governance, accountability, and legal education in Ghana.
The newly assented laws include the Governance Advisory Council Bill, the Value for Money Office Bill, and the Legal Education Reform Bill.
The signing ceremony, held at the Presidency, brought together senior government officials, legal practitioners, policy advisors, and members of the governance and judicial sectors.
The Governance Advisory Council Law is expected to enhance institutional coordination and provide strategic policy guidance on governance and public sector reforms, while the Value for Money Office Law seeks to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the use of public resources and government expenditure.
The Legal Education Reform Law, on the other hand, is aimed at restructuring and modernising legal education in Ghana to improve access, professional training, and regulatory standards within the legal profession.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to institutional reforms, good governance, and prudent economic management.
He noted that the passage and assent of the three laws reflect government’s determination to build stronger public institutions capable of delivering efficient services to the Ghanaian people.
The President further emphasized the importance of accountability and quality legal training in deepening Ghana’s democratic governance and advancing national development.
Government officials say implementation frameworks for the newly enacted laws will be rolled out in the coming months to ensure their effective operationalisation.
Story: Patrick Asford Boadu
