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PAC summons two government officials over GH₵8.2 million “Toilet for All” project
The Ranking Member of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Samuel Atta-Mills, has directed two senior public officials to appear before the committee over claims involving GH₵8.2 million under the “Toilet for All” project.
The two are Theophilus Okine, a former Director of Procurement who is now with the Ministry of Defence, and Bright Oduro Kwarteng, currently the Director of Finance at the Ministry of Trade and Agribusiness.
They are expected to respond to questions about payments made under the project.
Mr. Atta-Mills gave the directive during a sitting of the committee today, where concerns were raised about how public funds were used.
He instructed that the sector minister and other officials currently handling the project be invited to appear.
He said all persons involved must present relevant documents to support the payments.
According to him, it is worrying that money was paid to a contractor as mobilisation to begin work, but the work was not done.
He added that the same contract appears to have been repackaged and awarded again.
He further questioned why the Ministry of Local Government made payments for contracts without proper documentation.
“What I don’t understand is that the ministry was making payments for contracts without having the actual contract documents,” he said.
He stressed that the committee will fully investigate the matter when all parties appear before it, adding that the hearing will be conducted publicly.
The Public Accounts Committee is responsible for examining how public funds are spent and ensuring accountability in government institutions.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Libreville, Gabon, to participate in the inaugural Libreville International Forum for Innovation and Development, a high-level event that brings together Heads of State, government officials, global investors, and technology experts.
The forum, being held under the patronage of Mr Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Republic of Gabon, is on the theme “Political Stability, Business Climate, and Artificial Intelligence: Catalysts for Growth.”
The forum seeks to position Gabon as a regional innovation hub and key destination for international investment.
Organisers are holding the Forum to inaugurate the newly constructed Omar Bongo Ondimba Congress Centre, which also serves as the venue for the Forum and as a future centre for international dialogue.
The forum will culminate in the “Libreville Declaration,” which will showcase the strategic political leaders’ commitments to enhancing governance, transparency, and digital integration across the continent.
President Mahama remains a strong advocate for fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between government policy and private-sector growth to ensure inclusive development.
Former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko has informed the New Patriotic Party’s 2028 flagbearer, Mahamudu Bawumia, of his decision to contest for the position of National Chairman of the party.
Mr. Agyarko disclosed this during a courtesy call on Dr. Bawumia on May Day.
According to a statement from his team, the visit gave him the opportunity to commend the former Vice President for his service to both the New Patriotic Party and the country.
During the meeting, Mr. Agyarko, together with members of his campaign team, formally notified Dr. Bawumia of his planned nationwide tour as part of his campaign for the National Chairman position.
He reaffirmed his support for the former Vice President and stressed the need for unity within the party ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Mr. Agyarko said the NPP must remain united and committed to securing victory in the next elections.
According to the statement, his nationwide tour is expected to begin in the Ashanti Region next week.
By: Jacob Aggrey
