ActionAid Ghana and LOGNET Pay Courtesy Call to Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs

On February 26, Mr. John Nkaw, Chairman of the Steering Committee of the Local Governance Network (LOGNet), and several members of LOGNet, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Mr. Ibrahim, in Accra. This visit served as an official introduction of LOGNet to the Minister and explored opportunities for partnership and collaboration in 2025. It is a pivotal part of LOGNet’s vision to strengthen relationships with state institutions and promote a transparent, accountable governance system.

During the meeting, Mr. Nkaw, who is also the Country Director for ActionAid Ghana, congratulated Minister Ibrahim on his recent appointment, expressing confidence in his leadership and the Ministry’s ability to achieve its objectives. Mr. Nkaw emphasized that collaboration is key to achieving the government’s development goals, stating, “LOGNET stands ready to support you and your team in any way we can. With the cooperation of all involved, I am confident that the Ministry will succeed in its mission to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s development.”

The visit marked the beginning of a new phase of engagement and cooperation, with the Ministry setting clear plans for advancing accountable governance and sustainable national development. The Minister, Ahmed Ibrahim, reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring good governance and financial accountability. He noted, “I assure you that this Ministry will not only deliver good governance but will also ensure that every pesewa is managed responsibly. Accountability will be at the heart of all our actions,” signaling that transparency would guide the Ministry’s operations under his leadership.

LOGNet, a coalition of civil society organizations (CSOs) dedicated to promoting effective local governance in Ghana, includes key members such as CDD-Ghana, Coalition of CSOs in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS), ISODEC, and Oxfam. The network works to advocate for sustainable development through transparency, social accountability, and public participation in local governance processes.

At ActionAid Ghana, we are committed to nurturing social movements, building stronger collaborations, and improving partnerships to fight poverty and social injustice. This significant meeting with the Ministry is seen as a step toward forging stronger ties for collective action to ensure a just and equitable Ghana. We remain hopeful that through this collaboration, we can work together to build a governance system that promotes social justice, transparency, and sustainable development for all.

The meeting demonstrated a shared commitment from both parties to advancing social accountability and effective local governance. As we look ahead to 2025, ActionAid Ghana and LOGNet are eager to continue supporting the Ministry’s work to strengthen democratic processes and foster inclusive growth.