In a bid to ensure transparency and accountability, the Office of the Administrator-General has embarked on a comprehensive stock-taking exercise of official assets supplied to high-ranking government officials.
This move is in accordance with Section 9(1) of the Presidential (Transition) Act 2012 (Act 845).
The exercise, which targets Hon. Regional Ministers (RMs) and Metropolitan, Municipal & District Chiefs Executive (MMDCDs), aims to account for all official assets held by these officials. This includes assets located at both official and personal residences.
Chief Directors and Regional Coordinating Directors (RCDs) have been tasked with conducting the stock-taking exercise, with the head of the household required to be present. The findings of this exercise must be submitted to the RCDs, with copies sent to Mr. Walter Adabere.
The statement from the Office of Head Local Government Service however noted that to facilitate a seamless process, templates have been provided for use during the exercise. In cases where the head of the household is absent, an alternative template is available.
As Ghana prepares for a presidential transition, this exercise demonstrates the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
This comprehensive asset audit is a significant step towards ensuring that government officials are held accountable for the management of public resources. As the country looks to the future, this exercise sends a clear message that transparency and accountability will remain top priorities.
Source: www.kumasimail.com /Kwadwo Owusu
