Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak on June 27 swore in members of the Auctioneers Registration Board to regulate the auctioneering industry in Ghana.

The Minister emphasised the importance of the Board’s role in ensuring that only qualified, ethical, and law-abiding individuals are allowed to practice as auctioneers.

He stressed that the Board’s work should be guided by the values of transparency, professionalism, and the public interest.

The sector minister congratulated the members on their appointment and expressed confidence that they would uphold the standards and integrity of the profession.

He also urged the members to carry out their mandate with integrity, independence, and purpose, applying the law fairly and making decisions based on principle, not pressure.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Board, Hon. Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, stated that the Board would collaborate and work closely with all stakeholders to ensure best practices in the industry.

He expressed commitment to promoting professionalism and transparency in auctioneering practices.

On the same day, Mr Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak inaugurated the Governing Council of the Ghana Immigration Service in Accra marking a significant milestone in the Service’s efforts to strengthen its institutional capacity and enhance its role in national security and development.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister highlighted the critical role the Governing Council plays in providing policy guidance, ensuring accountability, mobilizing resources, and supporting the Service in implementing its Strategic Plan.

He noted that the Service’s Strategic Plan focuses on strengthening institutional capacity, enhancing border security, promoting legal and orderly migration, and improving service delivery.

The minister urged the Council members to work closely with the Comptroller-General and his management team to position the Ghana Immigration Service as a responsive and proactive institution.

He stated that although the task ahead is great, with determination and unity of purpose, the Council will deliver.

He expressed confidence that the Council will deliver on its mandate and position the Ghana Immigration Service as a modern, responsive, and proactive institution.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Council, Rev. Stephen Wengam, expressed commitment to collaborating with all stakeholders to achieve the Service’s objectives.

Rev. Wengam called for support from relevant parties to enable the Council deliver on its mandate, stating that the Council will work in line with the Government’s vision to ensure the Ghana Immigration Service effectively carries out its duties.