The Minister of State-designate for Public Sector Reforms, Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba, has pledged to strengthen the various digital platforms introduced by the immediate past government to enhance efficiency and productivity in the public sector.
She assured that the government would leverage digital technology to minimize bureaucratic bottlenecks and curb corrupt practices, thereby promoting transparency and accountability.
Acknowledging the digital platforms and e-governance systems implemented by previous governments, Madam Akanvariba emphasized the need to build on these initiatives to improve public service delivery.
The Member of Parliament for Tempane in the Upper East Region gave this assurance when she appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday for vetting. The vetting process aims to assess the nominee’s competence and suitability for the ministerial role.
Madam Akanvariba stated that she would collaborate with other sector ministries to boost productivity and enhance service delivery. She also pledged to reorient and motivate public sector workers while ensuring deserving staff receive the necessary incentives.
When asked about concerns regarding the dismissal of employees recruited by the immediate past government, the nominee proposed a national dialogue to engage relevant stakeholders on recruitment processes in the public sector.
She argued that a collective agreement on hiring personnel, particularly in the security services, would help minimize controversies surrounding public sector recruitment.
Madam Akanvariba expressed confidence that, with political will and adequate resources, she could help implement President John Dramani Mahama’s vision for public sector reforms.
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