Power Play At Lands Commission

Acting Executive Secretary Moves to Oust Deputy Amidst Reform Rift

Tensions have reached a boiling point at the Lands Commission as Acting Executive Secretary Prof. Anthony Owusu-Ansah embarks on a controversial mission to remove Surv. Anthony Mallen-Ntiador, Deputy Executive Secretary in charge of Operations.

The reported power-play has cast a shadow over the Commission’s reform initiatives and digitalization endeavors, highlighting concerns about the organization’s direction.

Overseeing the nation’s land administration, the Lands Commission is grappling with internal challenges that observers fear could erode public confidence in its operations.

Allegations of staff misconduct, including tampering with records, unauthorized alterations to titles, and involvement in rent-seeking activities, have surfaced. Clients are purportedly facing exorbitant fees for expedited services, while crucial documents are subject to inexplicable delays or vanish without a trace.

The Commission’s fragile IT infrastructure has also come under scrutiny, enabling unchecked manipulation of records by employees, with critical data at risk of deletion at their discretion.

The sudden reassignment of Anthony Mallen-Ntiador, a pivotal figure in the Commission’s digital transformation drive, has triggered widespread apprehension among staff and stakeholders.

Supporters of reform argue that his expertise and strategic vision are indispensable for modernizing the system and enhancing operational efficiency.

Insiders warn that his removal at this crucial juncture could deal a severe blow to the institution. “The Commission’s fate hangs in the balance if the Deputy Executive Secretary is ousted,” a source revealed to The New Republic.

The alleged rift appears to stem from personal conflicts between the Acting Executive Secretary and the Deputy overseeing Operations, raising concerns that individual grievances are overshadowing institutional imperatives.

Observers emphasize the necessity for swift intervention by the President to defuse the situation and safeguard the Commission’s mandate.

“The collective interest of the Lands Commission must take precedence over personal agendas,” the source stressed, underscoring Surv. Mallen-Ntiador’s proven track record and unique qualifications to address the organization’s challenges effectively.

Furthermore, concerns persist about staff responsiveness, bureaucratic obstacles faced by clients, and pervasive lapses in transparency and accountability that perpetuate opportunities for malpractice.

Stakeholders are urging immediate action to preserve the Commission’s reform trajectory and prevent internal discord from derailing its progress.