Finance Minister Ato Forson Denies Approving $1.7 Million Single-Source Procurement Contract
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has denied allegations of approving a $1.7 million single-source procurement contract.
In a Facebook post on Saturday, March 22, Dr. Forson dismissed the claims as “baseless and misleading,” urging the public to disregard them.
“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,” he wrote.
Dr. Forson emphasized that since assuming office, he has not been involved in any procurement approvals, reaffirming his commitment to upholding transparency and fiscal responsibility.
The Finance Minister’s statement comes amid heightened scrutiny of government expenditures, with calls for accountability in public financial management.
