On 8th May 2026, the Acting Director-General of the Internal Audit Agency inaugurated a new Audit Committee for the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation in accordance with the provisions of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921).
The ceremony was chaired by the Chief Director, Madam Suwaibatu Adams in her welcome remarks, Suwaibatu Adams stated that audit and compliance are central to President John Dramani Mahama’s resetting agenda. She further noted that the Audit Committee plays a critical role in ensuring the Ministry remains proactive and compliant, thereby helping to prevent MESTI from appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
Mr. Thompson-Aryee in his address highlighted several reforms within the public sector, including the Commitment Authorization process and the certification of contracts by Internal Auditors.
