Ghana saves GH₵120K monthly as Mahama cancels Jubilee House TV subscriptions
The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has revealed that President John Dramani Mahama has cancelled all paid television subscriptions at the Jubilee House, resulting in an estimated monthly saving of GH₵120,000 (approximately $12,000).
President Mahama cancelled paid TV subscriptions at Jubilee House, saving GH₵120,000 monthly.
The move signifies the administration's commitment to fiscal discipline and economic recovery.
The decision is part of a strategy to curb unnecessary government expenses.
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The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has revealed that President John Dramani Mahama has cancelled all paid television subscriptions at the Jubilee House, resulting in an estimated monthly saving of GH₵120,000 (approximately $12,000). President Mahama cancelled paid TV subscriptions at Jubilee House, saving GH₵120,000 monthly. The move signifies the administration's commitment to fiscal discipline and economic recovery. The decision is part of a strategy to curb unnecessary government expenses.
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