Council of state is relevant to our governance

President Mahama said although many people outside government had perceived the Council as irrelevant, it had been vibrant and useful in providing information and pieces of advice that had helped in the development needs of the country.

The President said the Council in their deliberations had been frank and open to the Presidency and their advice over the years helped in the transformation of the governance system.

He congratulated them for the pieces of advice they offered before and during the 2012 general election and promised to continue to heed to their advice.

Professor Kofi Awoonor, Chairman of the Council, appealed to the President to continue to tap the talents of members if even they are no longer council members after January next year.

“Some of the members here may not have the privileges of wealth, but I can assure you we have the privilege of knowledge that can be useful for the development of our dear country,” he added. 

GNA