President John Mahama has directed an immediate forensic investigation into the 13th African Games held in Ghana.
The presidential directive follows the submission of a report by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).
According to a statement from the Office of the President, the audit will encompass all financial and operational aspects of the Games, including procurement, expenditure, infrastructure, and post-event management.
Furthermore, the audit will assess the performance and coordination of all government agencies and committees involved in planning and executing the Games.
The Auditor-General has been given until the second week of December 2025 to submit the audit findings to the President.
The audit will specifically cover
- Procurement and Contracting Processes: Examining tender procedures, selection of contractors and suppliers, and compliance with the Public Procurement Act (Act 663), as amended.
- Financial Management and Expenditure Control: Reviewing funding sources, disbursements, expenditures, and sponsorship arrangements.
- Infrastructure and Project Delivery: Assessing project timelines, cost variations, and value-for-money outcomes of works executed for the Games.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana