Umar Harris, a prominent youth activist, has urged President John Mahama to establish a performance scorecard for ministers in his administration.
This scorecard would outline clear key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarks to assess the effectiveness of ministers, enabling the President to make informed decisions about their performance.
Speaking on a political talk show on Orange FM, a Kumasi-based radio station, on May 22, 2025, Harris emphasized that a ministerial performance scorecard would promote accountability, transparency, and efficiency within the ministries. By setting clear expectations and evaluating ministerial performance against these benchmarks, the President can identify areas of strength and weakness, making it easier to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
Harris believes that implementing a performance scorecard for ministers will not only enhance good governance but also boost public confidence in the administration. By demonstrating a commitment to accountability and transparency, the government can foster a more positive and trusting relationship with the public.
Ultimately, this initiative is expected to drive national development by ensuring that ministers are working effectively to address the country’s challenges and capitalize on its opportunities.
Harris’s call for a ministerial performance scorecard comes at a time when Ghana is facing uncertainty in its energy sector. The introduction of a performance scorecard could help to address some of the challenges facing the sector by ensuring that ministers are held accountable for their performance and are working to deliver results.
Umar Harris’s proposal for a ministerial performance scorecard is a timely and welcome suggestion. By establishing clear KPIs and benchmarks, President Mahama can promote accountability, transparency, and efficiency within his administration, ultimately driving national development and boosting public confidence. It is hoped that the President will take swift action to implement this initiative, which has the potential to make a positive impact on the country’s governance and development.
