The Global Media Foundation (GLOMEF), a prominent advocacy organization dedicated to promoting transparency and accountability, is calling on President John Dramani Mahama to launch a comprehensive investigation into the Ghana School Feeding Program.
This urgent call follows recent revelations by Adwoa Safo, the former Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, highlighting potential mismanagement and irregularities within the program.
The former Minister, in a recent interview, alleged that there a lot of corruption in the management of the Ghana School Feeding Programme, culminating in an investigative report she was asked by President Akufo-Addo to submit.
However, she claimed that she was asked to put aside the report for reasons yet to be explained to her.
The Ghana School Feeding Program, which aims to provide one nutritious meal per day to schoolchildren, plays a critical role in enhancing educational outcomes and supporting local agriculture.
However, allegations of financial misappropriations, irregularities in food supply contracts, and inadequate oversight mechanisms have raised concerns about the program’s integrity and effectiveness.
Raphael Godlove Ahenu, CEO of GLOMEF, in a Press Statement, said: “The school feeding program is vital for the health and education of our children. It is imperative that these allegations are thoroughly investigated to ensure that the program operates transparently and efficiently, fulfilling its mission to support the development of Ghana’s future generations.”
“GLOMEF urges President Mahama to take immediate action by commissioning a full-scale investigation into the program. The organization believes that a transparent inquiry is essential to identify any malpractices, hold accountable those responsible, and implement necessary reforms to restore public confidence in this crucial initiative”, the statement added.
Please, find below the full text of the statement issued by the CEO and Founder of GLOMEF.
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Global Media Foundation Calls for Full-Scale Investigation into Ghana School Feeding Program
Sunyani, Ghana — 23/03/2025 — The Global Media Foundation (GLOMEF), a prominent advocacy organization dedicated to promoting transparency and accountability, is calling on President John Dramani Mahama to launch a comprehensive investigation into the Ghana School Feeding Program. This urgent call follows recent revelations by Adwoa Safo, the former Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, highlighting potential mismanagement and irregularities within the program.
The Ghana School Feeding Program, which aims to provide one nutritious meal per day to schoolchildren, plays a critical role in enhancing educational outcomes and supporting local agriculture. However, allegations of financial misappropriations, irregularities in food supply contracts, and inadequate oversight mechanisms have raised concerns about the program’s integrity and effectiveness.
Raphael Godlove Ahenu, CEO of GLOMEF, stated, “The school feeding program is vital for the health and education of our children. It is imperative that these allegations are thoroughly investigated to ensure that the program operates transparently and efficiently, fulfilling its mission to support the development of Ghana’s future generations.”
GLOMEF urges President Mahama to take immediate action by commissioning a full-scale investigation into the program. The organization believes that a transparent inquiry is essential to identify any malpractices, hold accountable those responsible, and implement necessary reforms to restore public confidence in this crucial initiative.
The call for an investigation has received widespread support from various stakeholders, including parents, educators, and civil society organizations. The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) and the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII) have also expressed their support for a thorough audit to ensure the effective use of resources allocated to the program.
As an organization committed to advocating for social justice and good governance, GLOMEF stands ready to support efforts to enhance the transparency and accountability of the Ghana School Feeding Program. The foundation believes that addressing these concerns is essential for safeguarding the well-being of Ghanaian children and ensuring the program’s long-term success.
For further information, please contact:
Raphael Godlove Ahenu
CEO, Global Media Foundation
Email: Info@glomef.org
Phone: 020 802 8666
Website: http://www.glomef.org
About Global Media Foundation
Global Media Foundation (GLOMEF) is a leading human rights and media advocacy organization based in Sunyani, Ghana. GLOMEF is dedicated to promoting transparency, accountability, and social justice through media and community engagement initiatives.
