Gov’t to Establish ‘Auditors’ Court’ to Crack Down on Financial Infractions

The government has announced plans to establish an “Auditors’ Court” as part of efforts to strengthen accountability, improve oversight of internal auditors and reduce financial irregularities within the public sector.

The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, disclosed this during the inauguration of a nine-member Governing Board of the Internal Audit Agency (IAA) on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

According to the Minister, the proposed court will serve as a mechanism to enhance supervision of internal auditors, promote greater scrutiny of their work and ensure that officers who fail to perform their duties are held accountable.

Dr. Forson stressed that persistent financial infractions highlighted in successive Auditor-General’s reports point to weaknesses in the country’s internal control and accountability systems.

“We must turn the Internal Audit Agency around and restore it to the purpose for which it was established,” he stated.

He indicated that government is considering tougher sanctions for auditors who fail to discharge their responsibilities effectively, including the possible withdrawal of professional licences in cases of misconduct or negligence.

“The level of waste is too high, and the Ghanaian taxpayer is losing too much. We need to find a way to fix it,” the Finance Minister said.

Dr. Forson emphasized that strengthening the internal audit function is critical to improving public financial management, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and safeguarding public resources.

He assured the newly inaugurated Board of government’s support in implementing reforms aimed at making the Internal Audit Agency more effective, independent and impactful.

“Your success must be reflected in the Auditor-General’s report,” he told members of the Board.

The nine-member Board has been tasked with repositioning the Agency, strengthening compliance and risk management systems, and enhancing accountability across public institutions.

Responding on behalf of the Board, Chairperson Professor Joshua Yindenaba Abor described the appointment as a “noble call to duty” and pledged the Board’s commitment to promoting transparency, accountability and value for money in the management of public resources.

He assured government that the Board would work diligently to strengthen the Agency and support efforts to improve governance and financial discipline throughout the public sector.