Ghana’s parliamentary Minority has petitioned three state investigative bodies to examine a renovation contract tied to the country’s central bank, alleging potential breaches of procurement rules and risks of financial loss to the state.

In a statement Tuesday, the caucus said it had formally submitted complaints to the Office of the Special Prosecutor, the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice, and the Criminal Investigations Department, calling for a probe into a contract awarded by the Ghana Gold Board for the refurbishment of the old Bank of Ghana office.

The lawmakers contend that the contract, reportedly awarded to Deputy Chief of Staff Stan Dogbe, may have bypassed established procurement procedures. They argue that the circumstances surrounding the award raise questions about transparency and compliance with public contracting laws.

Anthony Mmieh, the Member of Parliament for Odotobri, told reporters that the petition seeks to establish whether due process was followed and whether the contract exposes the government to financial risk. He added that, should investigators find evidence of irregularities—including improper sole sourcing or inadequate documentation—the agreement ought to be terminated.

The three institutions have acknowledged receipt of the petitions, according to the caucus, which urged swift action. Mr. Mmieh said the volume of information already in the public domain should enable investigators to complete their work within two weeks.

The case adds to ongoing scrutiny in Ghana over public procurement practices, particularly in high-value government contracts.

Source:TheDotNews