By Francis Kobena Tandoh
The government of Ghana is to set up special courts to enforce recommendations contained in audit reports; this is according to a statement by Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, on Monday.
According to the statement, the decision came out after the president, John Dramani Mahama, met the chief justice and other stakeholders.
“The President today met with the Chief Justice, the Attorney-General, and the Auditor-General to discuss measures for strengthening the enforcement of findings contained in the Auditor-General’s Report,” read the statement.
“At the meeting, it was agreed that special courts will be designated to handle cases arising from audit infractions contained in the Auditor-General’s Report, including the enforcement of surcharges and disallowances and prosecution of related criminal offenses,” it added.
The statement further noted that the initiative forms part of the government’s broader effort to enhance accountability, deter misuse of public funds, and ensure prompt recovery of monies owed to the state.
Auditor-Generals have been appointed by various governments since January 1993 and have been producing reports for the Parliament of Ghana to strengthen accountability with the use of public funds.
However, delayed publication and implementation, weak enforcement of sanctions, political interference, and limited independence have weakened accountability in the country. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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