As part of the 2025 Civil Service Week Celebration, the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA) once again led by example by participating in a Clean-up Exercise within the Ministry’s premises and immediate surroundings.

The exercise, which took place in a spirit of unity and civic duty, was spearheaded by the Ministry’s Chief Director, Mr. Amin Abdul-Rahaman, and drew active participation from staff across all directorates and units.

In a show of solidarity and inter-ministerial support, Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, Chief Director at the Office of the Head of Civil Service, joined the team on the grounds and lent his hand to the cleaning effort. His presence underscored the importance of leadership by example and reaffirmed the shared responsibility of civil servants in advancing cleanliness and order in the public service space.

The Clean-up Exercise not only highlighted the Ministry’s commitment to promoting environmental sanitation and hygiene but also reinforced its internal culture of discipline, teamwork, and proactive service delivery.

MLGCRA continues to champion practical actions that support national development—beginning right from its doorstep.

Source: Stephanie Edem Klutsey

(Public Relations Unit MLGCRA)

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA) played an active and impactful role in the 2025 Civil Service Week celebration, reaffirming its commitment to innovation, teamwork, and inclusive governance.

Held under the national theme “Adopting to Automation, Artificial Intelligence and E-Governance: The Civil Service in Contemporary Ghana,” the celebration took place from 16th to 25th July 2025 in Accra and featured a series of activities aimed at enhancing professionalism and collaboration across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

As part of the week-long programme, MLGCRA participated in an exhibition fair from 21st to 24th July 2025 at the Accra Sports Stadium. The Ministry’s stand featured a rich display of policy documents and initiatives, particularly those promoting gender equality, community development, and inclusive local governance. The platform served not only to showcase the Ministry’s interventions but also to educate the public and engage stakeholders on its diverse mandate.

A significant moment during the exhibition was the visit by the Head of the Civil Service, Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, and the Ministry’s Chief Director, Mr. Amin Abdul-Rahaman, alongside other high-ranking officials. Their presence signified high-level endorsement of the Ministry’s work and drew considerable attention to the stand, amplifying its visibility and engagement.

The Ministry’s exhibition was further strengthened by the active participation of its departments, agencies, and project teams, who were on hand throughout the event to interact with visitors and explain their respective roles and programmes. This demonstrated the Ministry’s strong internal coordination and its culture of cross-unit collaboration.

Adding a light-hearted yet spirited flair to the celebration, staff of MLGCRA joined hands with colleagues from the Office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice to participate in a cooking competition on Wednesday, 23rd July 2025. The team showcased their culinary creativity with the preparation of Aparansa, a traditional Ghanaian delicacy, earning admiration from attendees and reinforcing the values of teamwork and camaraderie.

The celebration concluded with a closing ceremony held on Thursday, 24th July 2025, bringing together public servants to reflect on the significance of civil service in Ghana’s development journey.

Through its vibrant participation, MLGCRA demonstrated not only its commitment to service excellence but also its belief in the power of collaboration, innovation, and people-centered development. The Ministry continues to lead by example in advancing public sector transformation and fostering a resilient and responsive governance system for all Ghanaians.

Source: Stephanie Edem Klutsey

(Public Relations Unit MLGCRA)

The Director-General of the Ghana Prison Service, Madam Patience Baffoe-Bonnie Esq, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, to open up dialogue on areas of mutual collaboration that will enhance service delivery and ensure shared national progress.

In her remarks, Madam Patience Baffoe-Bonnie (Esq) pointed out that the role of the Prison Service and that of local government are closely interlinked. She noted that the dividends of decentralisation especially in infrastructure, social amenities, and local development planning should extend to the country’s correctional facilities. These include the construction and maintenance of prisons, provision of staff accommodation, and the delivery of basic services such as CHPS compounds to ensure inmate welfare and staff well-being.

She stressed that the three arms of the Ministry Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs—collectively shape the society that prisons also serve. “We are not working in isolation. We are on the same journey. We are reforming lives, communities, and structures and that takes partnership,” she stated.

The Minister, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, warmly welcomed the delegation and acknowledged the critical role of the Prison Service in national development. He provided candid insights on what was currently possible within the Ministry’s framework and what may require further engagement across sectors. He assured Madam Patience Baffoe-Bonnie (Esq.) of the Ministry’s openness to collaboration and advised that the Ghana Prison Service develop a formal composition or concept paper outlining specific proposals.

“This is how we begin through conversation and clarity. When that paper comes in, it will provide a basis for structured dialogue and policy direction. That way, we can push together for what is rightfully due the Ghana Prison Service and, ultimately, for a more just and humane society,” the Minister said.

The meeting ended with a mutual commitment to deepen inter-agency collaboration and pursue actions that will help translate policy into real and measurable benefits for the people.

Source : Darling Maame Efua Cann & Stephanie Edem Klutsey

Public Relations Unit, MLGCRA