A private citizen, Emmanuella Sarfowaah, has filed a lawsuit against President John Dramani Mahama over the appointment of Anthony Kwasi Sarpong as the Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The case, which has been brought before the High Court, challenges the legality of the appointment, citing concerns about conflict of interest and procedural issues.

Sarfowaah, in court documents, argues that Sarpong’s continued involvement with KPMG, where he is listed as a senior partner, raises significant concerns about the legitimacy of his appointment. She claims that Sarpong’s prior ties with the firm may present a conflict of interest, given KPMG’s ongoing relationships with the GRA.

Additionally, Sarfowaah asserts that the appointment process was flawed, as the GRA was without a Governing Council at the time of Sarpong’s appointment. Under Ghanaian law, the GRA is required to have a Governing Council in place to advise the president on such appointments.

The plaintiff has asked the court to revoke the appointment, arguing that it violates Ghanaian law. She is also seeking an injunction to prevent any future appointments of Sarpong or individuals with similar ties to KPMG to the position of GRA Commissioner-General.

In response to the suit, the court has instructed the defendants to file their defense within eight days.

Sarpong was appointed as the Acting Commissioner-General of the GRA on January 20, 2025, following the resignation of Julie Essiam, in line with the Ghana Revenue Act and the Constitution.

Source:TheDotNews