President John Dramani Mahama has nominated public finance expert Pamela Graham for the position of Auditor-General.
Pamela Graham’s role is now subject to consultation with the Council of State.
The Council of State is expected to consider the nomination in the coming days and advise the President accordingly.
If confirmed, Pamela Graham will take over from Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, who has served as Auditor-General since his appointment in September 2021.
The nomination was announced by the Secretary to the President and is in line with Article 70(1)(b) of the 1992 Constitution, which requires the President to seek the Council’s advice before making a final appointment.
Reports suggest Pamela Graham’s role as Senior Partner at Ernst & Young since 2020 has strengthened her expertise in financial oversight and institutional advisory.
According to sources, the move forms part of broader efforts by the Presidency to strengthen financial oversight and rebuild confidence in key governance institutions.
She is described as a person who has extensive experience in public financial management, auditing, and institutional governance, along with a strong reputation for integrity and professionalism.
The role of the Auditor-General is central to Ghana’s accountability framework, with responsibility for auditing public accounts and ensuring compliance with financial laws and regulations across state institutions.
Meanwhile, the now outgoing Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu has backed President John Dramani Mahama’s plans for officials found culpable of financial losses to the state to be jailed.
According to Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, if public officials are stealing state money, Nsawam Prison should be one destination for them.
Speaking to TV3 on October 9, 2025, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu stated, “It’s been a challenge for a long time. I think the president has stepped in, you know, as the head of state, just to take action. Instead of just talking, and talking…”, the Auditor-General noted.
“I believe that the president is desirous of bringing this canker to an end”, he said.
“… our laws establish the punishment for every offence… If you are stealing state money… I believe there are a lot of laws that will determine where you go from there. And one of the destinations is in Nsawam, as His Excellency mentioned,” he explained.
“Now, the tune is set from the top. There will be strong support for the president’s stance,” he added.
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