By King Amoah Kumasi
Very Rev. Anthony Kwarteng, Founder and Leader of the Christ Power Miracle Mission Church in Accra Dome, has levied serious allegations against auditors in Ghana, suggesting they are complicit in the theft of government funds.
He believes this alleged collusion is a significant contributor to the nation’s ongoing challenges and has called on President John Dramani Mahama to investigate the situation as a matter of urgency.
Speaking out against widespread corruption, Rev. Kwarteng argued that while public officials are often the target of accusations, the role of auditors, tasked with overseeing state accounts, is frequently overlooked.
He contends that many auditors are actively involved in state corruption, asking why so few cases are brought to public attention by those meant to act as watchdogs.
“We cannot allow auditors to shield corrupt officials by using delaying tactics like ‘confidential’ or ‘under probe’ while nothing further is ever heard,” Rev. Kwarteng stated.
He expressed particular concern regarding alleged corrupt practices within government institutions, specifically mentioning the Ghana Education Service, where he claims to possess information about ongoing malpracti Frustrated by the lack of government response to these claims, despite media reports, he questioned the true function of state auditors amidst daily revelations of corruption.
Rev. Kwarteng implored President Mahama to “wake up” to the reality of how corruption is tarnishing the country’s image. He emphasized the need for a renewed focus on protecting state resources for the benefit of all Ghanaians.
Despite his criticism, Rev. Kwarteng also offered gratitude to the media, the National Investigation Bureau (NIB), and other security agencies for their crucial role in uncovering corrupt officials and pursuing their prosecution.
He believes these institutions are vital in the fight against corruption but that a significant gap exists in the accountability of those entrusted with auditing state finances.
Rev. Kwarteng concluded by urging Ghanaians to remain focused on safeguarding state resources for the betterment of the country, reinforcing his call for greater scrutiny of auditors and their role in preventing the alleged theft of government funds.
His allegations raise important questions about the effectiveness of current auditing practices and the need for increased transparency and accountability within the system.
The coming days will reveal whether President Mahama and his administration will heed the call for investigation and reform.
