The spokesperson for the incoming government’s transition team, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has voiced serious concerns after the team’s first day of work, highlighting two key issues: last-minute recruitments and a GH₵240 million payment linked to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

Speaking to reporters, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu described the recruitments and payments in some ministries, departments, and agencies as “worrying,” warning that they could have significant fiscal implications for the incoming administration.

One of the primary concerns was the large payment of GH₵240 million to an entity that had conducted business with the ECG. While Mr. Kwakye Ofosu acknowledged the need to make payments to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) to maintain a stable power supply, he questioned the urgency and necessity of this particular transaction.

“We’ve seen documentation regarding a payment of over GH₵240 million to an entity that is not as critical as IPPs,” he explained. “Given the state of the economy, this could place undue strain on the public purse.”

Mr. Kwakye Ofosu also raised concerns over the timing of last-minute recruitments, warning that they could further burden the government’s finances.

Following the discussion, the incoming team requested that the GH₵240 million payment be suspended until it could be thoroughly reviewed. The outgoing government’s representatives agreed to this request, with further talks scheduled for Friday.

“We strongly objected to these actions and insisted they be put on hold,” Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said. “We believe this sets a dangerous precedent, and we will continue to press for careful scrutiny of these decisions.”

Source:TheDotNews