Anti-Corruption Crusader Raphael Ahenu Urges President Mahama to Sustain Ban on State Lands

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Anti-Corruption Crusader Raphael Ahenu Urges President Mahama to Sustain Ban on State Lands

International human rights and anti-corruption crusader, Raphael Godlove Ahenu, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to revise his directive lifting the ban on the sale and allocation of state lands, describing the decision as “unnecessary and potentially dangerous at this time.”

A ban on the sale and allocation of state lands was first introduced by the government years ago as a safeguard to protect public property from indiscriminate disposal and misuse. The policy sought to ensure accountability, transparency, and proper management of state assets for the benefit of present and future generations.

However, President John Dramani Mahama has recently announced a decision to lift the ban, paving the way for the allocation and sale of such lands once again.

Mr. Ahenu warned that removing the restrictions could open the door to corruption, indiscriminate allocation, and loss of key national assets meant to serve future generations.

“Lifting the ban is unnecessary now,” Mr. Ahenu said. “What the nation urgently needs is a comprehensive audit of how state lands have been used and misused in the past. Only after clear policy reforms are in place should any decision on the ban be considered.”

He noted that Ghana is facing significant economic and governance challenges, and argued that protecting state resources must remain a top priority.

“This directive undermines efforts to safeguard public property and ensure accountability in land administration,” he added. “Instead of lifting controls, the government should strengthen systems, enforce transparency, and prevent abuse of power.”

Mr. Ahenu appealed to President Mahama to reconsider the directive in the interest of national development, good governance, and public trust.


Source: Edmond Gyebi