Finance Minister dismisses $1.7M single-source procurement claim as false; PPA also denies approval

Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has strongly refuted allegations that he approved a $1.7 million single-source procurement contract.

In a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday, March 22, 2025, the minister dismissed the claim as “completely false” and urged the public to disregard it.

“My attention has been drawn to yet another baseless and misleading claim circulating about an alleged $1.7 million single-source procurement contract approved by me. This claim is completely false and should be disregarded. Let me state clearly and categorically: I have not approved any procurements since I took office as Minister. My focus remains on ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible economic management in the best interest of Ghana,” Dr. Forson wrote.

Backing the minister’s stance, the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) has also issued a statement clarifying that it has not approved any such contract.

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Dr. Forson reassured the public of his commitment to upholding ethical standards in financial management, emphasizing that his priority remains fostering fiscal responsibility and ensuring due process in all financial transactions.

The statement comes amid growing scrutiny of government procurement processes, with the Finance Minister reiterating his dedication to transparency and accountability in Ghana’s economic governance.

See the Minister’s post below:

 

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