President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated the Council of State’s vital role, stressing that it is an institution that helps balance executive power and is not just a ceremonial body.
During the swearing-in ceremony for the 31 newly appointed members at the Jubilee House on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, President Mahama emphasized the Council’s duty to advise the government wisely for the advancement of the country.
The Council is a respected advisory body made up of people with integrity, expertise, and good judgment, the President added.
He asked members to use their varied areas of expertise to offer advice on national growth, governance, and policy.
“The framers of our constitution in their wisdom envisioned a governance structure that balances authority with sound counsel, power with prudence, and leadership with wisdom. It is in this spirit that the Council of State was established to serve as a reservoir of experience, a fountain of guidance, and a bastion of non-partisan insight for the executive arm of government.
“The Council of State is a distinguished advisory body. It is composed of men and women of integrity, experience, and sound judgment. Your role is not merely ceremonial, it is one of profound responsibility. You are expected to offer wise counsel on matters of governance, policy, and national development drawing from your diverse background and experience,” he stated.
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