The Acting Director-General of the Internal Audit Agency (IAA), Mr. Conrad Z. Dumbah, inaugurated the Audit Committee of the Council for Legal Education and Training (CLET) on 9th November 2026. The ceremony was graced by the Chief Justice, Hon. Justice Paul Kwadwo Baffoe-Bonnie.
In his opening remarks, Hon. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie described the inauguration as a fulfilment of CLET’s statutory obligations and highlighted the Committee’s role in strengthening institutional accountability and ensuring effective oversight. He urged members to effectively discharge their mandatory, advisory and support functions, particularly in ensuring the implementation of audit recommendations, advising Management on risk management and internal controls, and promoting accountability and value for money. He also assured members of the cooperation of the Board and Management and urged them to perform their duties without fear or favour.
In his address, Mr. Dumbah described the inauguration as an important step towards fulfilling the requirements of the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act, 2016 (Act 921), and promoting accountability and integrity. He urged members to discharge their duties efficiently and called on Management to provide the necessary support to enable the Committee to execute its mandate.
He also assured members of the Agency’s support through refresher training, risk management assistance and professional development opportunities. He further emphasised the importance of submitting mandatory quarterly reports and Commitment Control Compliance Reports (CCCR).
Following the inauguration, Mr. Eric Oduro Osae was elected Chairman of the Committee. In his acceptance speech, he expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in him and pledged the Committee’s collaboration with Management to deliver on its mandate.
The Director-General of CLET, Prof. Raymond Atuguba, underscored the importance of service to the Council as a contribution to national development.
In the closing remarks, the Acting Registrar, Mrs. Juliet Mavis Adu-Adjei, congratulated the members and described the inauguration as a commitment by CLET to good governance and sound public financial management. She wished the Committee an impactful tenure.
