The policy was unveiled during an interview on JoyNews on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

Mr Kwakye Ofosu revealed the stringent measure, stating, “I can reveal to you that if you come to this house, there is no office in this house that is allowed to subscribe to DStv or any satellite television.”

He explained that the decision, while seemingly minor, is part of a broader strategy to eliminate wasteful spending. 

“You would say that that is a trivial matter, but he has done that. Because when you computed the cost, it was significant money,” he elaborated, highlighting the financial significance of the policy.

The ban confines televisions at the Jubilee House to local channels only, a move Mr Kwakye Ofosu demonstrated during the interview. “You can turn on the television that you see here, you will find that I’m only limited to local television stations,” he noted, underscoring the administration’s resolve to lead by example. 

The policy is set to extend beyond the presidency to other government agencies, aiming to safeguard taxpayer funds across the public sector.

Mr Kwakye Ofosu praised President Mahama’s leadership, describing it as a model of modesty and accountability. 

“This is a man deeply committed to making savings for the Ghanaian people. Governance necessarily involves taking tough decisions… but the citizenry must see corresponding levels of modesty on the part of government officials—and that’s what President Mahama is committed to doing,” he stated, framing the initiative as part of a larger ethos of responsible governance.

The decision comes at a time when Ghanaians are increasingly vocal about the need for fiscal restraint in government operations. 

By targeting seemingly small expenditures like satellite TV subscriptions, the administration seeks to demonstrate its sensitivity to public concerns over resource allocation. Political analysts suggest this move could resonate with citizens grappling with economic pressures, though some may question its overall impact on the national budget.

As the Mahama administration pushes forward with its cost-cutting agenda, the ban on DStv at the Jubilee House signals a broader intent to instil fiscal discipline across government institutions. For now, the presidency’s televisions will remain tuned to local channels, a symbolic gesture of a government striving to align its actions with the aspirations of the Ghanaian people.