The Ag. Director-General of the Internal Audit Agency (IAA), Mr. Conrad Z. Dumbah, inaugurated the Audit Committee of the Ministry of the Interior on 28 January 2026 to strengthen accountability and reinforce internal controls. The inauguration formed part of ongoing efforts to enhance governance and sound public financial management across the public sector.
In his address, the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, commended the outgoing Audit Committee for its dedication and service. He noted that the Ministry had not appeared before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) because of its commitment to implementing most audit recommendations. The Minister emphasised the Committee’s critical oversight role and assured members of Management’s full support in the discharge of their responsibilities.
Mr. Dumbah administered the oath of office to the newly constituted Audit Committee members and expressed confidence in their ability to effectively discharge their mandate. He also urged members to work diligently to ensure the implementation of audit recommendations.
Following his election as Chairperson, Mr. Joseph Fred Odartey-Blankson, thanked Management and his colleagues for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to work with the Committee to advance accountability and good governance. In his handing over remarks, the outgoing Chairperson, Mr. Richard Ntim, commended members for their commitment during their tenure and encouraged Management to implement the outstanding audit recommendations.
In his closing remarks, Hon. Muntaka reiterated Management’s commitment to supporting the Committee in strengthening governance, accountability and transparency in line with the objectives of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921).
