The Centre for Local Governance Advocacy (CLGA) is calling on citizens, civil society organizations, and the media to take a more active role in holding Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) accountable due to recent findings of poor financial management across the nation.
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This appeal follows the release of the 2024 Public Financial Management Compliance (PFMCLT) report, which evaluated 258 out of 261 assemblies, covering 99 percent of the country.
The report reveals a concerning situation, with only 12 assemblies achieving the minimum benchmark of 50 percent, while the national average was just 33 percent.
Although this shows improvement from 2023, it still does not meet the passing standard. La Dade Kotopon Municipal Assembly topped the rankings, while Adenta Assembly came in last among the top ten.
During a media event to discuss the report’s findings, CLGA’s deputy executive director, Gladys Tetteh, stressed that effective financial management at the local level significantly affects citizens’ quality of life.
“When resources are managed properly, the benefits are evident in better roads, cleaner water, stronger schools, functioning health centers, and improved livelihoods,” she stated.
“Conversely, poor management leads to visible consequences such as stalled projects, deteriorating infrastructure, unfinished schools, and lost opportunities.”
She emphasized that the findings are not solely for assigning blame or giving praise; rather, they are intended to encourage assemblies to reflect, learn, and improve. The goal is to foster healthy competition that ultimately results in reforms benefiting citizens.
Tetteh also noted that the CLGA believes transparency must be accompanied by active community participation and robust media oversight.
“This vision cannot be achieved through financial systems alone,” she remarked. “It requires the vigilance of citizens, the dedication of civil society, the support of development partners, and, importantly, the media’s role in ensuring progress during challenging times.”
The deputy director took the opportunity to express gratitude to the CLGA’s partners and local stakeholders for their support of the PFMCLT initiative.
The CLGA reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with stakeholders to strengthen local government systems, enhance service delivery, and build public trust in the management of state resources.
Source: Bugbila Moadow
8/31/25, 00:48 – BM: Sanlam Allianz has initiated a financial education campaign aimed at increasing insurance awareness across Ghana. This nationwide effort is part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and seeks to inform Ghanaians about the significance of insurance and financial planning for securing their future.
Tawiah Ben-Ahmed, the CEO of Sanlam Allianz Life Insurance Ghana, expressed his concern over the low insurance penetration rate, which has fallen to 0.63% under the new IFRS 17 standard. He called on the media to assist in promoting financial literacy throughout the country, advocating for the use of digital platforms, radio, and television to reach a broader audience.
Dr. Abiba Zakariah, the Acting Commissioner of Insurance, endorsed this campaign, describing it as a vital step toward enhancing insurance understanding in underserved communities. She emphasized that insurance is essential for national growth and development, and initiatives like this can improve financial inclusion and resilience among the citizens.
Source: Bugbila Moadow.
