The University of Ghana chapter of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG-UG) has threatened to petition the Presidency for the removal of Auditor-General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, if he fails to resign voluntarily. This move follows the release of a special payroll verification audit report alleging that the University of Ghana overstated employee compensation by GH¢59.2 million between 2022 and 2024.
UTAG-UG has vehemently rejected the audit findings, describing the report as misleading and damaging. The association argues that the report was issued without giving the university a chance to clarify discrepancies. Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News, UTAG-UG Secretary Dr. Jerry Joe Harrison criticized the Auditor-General’s conduct, calling it unethical and unbecoming of a high-ranking official.
“We need to uphold strong ethical principles, not just moral codes. Developed countries didn’t thrive because of morality, but because of strict adherence to ethics,” Dr. Harrison stated. He questioned whether the Auditor-General had personally reviewed the report before its release and suggested that the issue pointed to broader institutional failures within the Audit Service.
“I could be wrong, but I believe the Auditor-General should reflect on his position and consider resigning. If not, we’ll petition the Presidency for his removal,” Dr. Harrison warned. UTAG-UG insists that the audit report has unfairly damaged the university’s reputation and is committed to holding those responsible accountable and restoring public trust in state institutions.
