Financial irregularities in public institutions drop by 62.9% in 2025

Written by; Regina Bless

Financial irregularities recorded across Ghana’s public institutions have fallen significantly, dropping from GH¢20.72 billion in 2024 to GH¢7.69 billion in 2025.

The figures represent a reduction of GH¢13.03 billion, equivalent to 62.9%, exceeding the government’s target of reducing financial irregularities by 50%.

The decline covers irregularities identified across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), the District Assemblies Common Fund, Public Boards and State-Owned Enterprises, as well as public universities and colleges of education.

The significant reduction is being viewed as an indication of improved financial controls and efforts to strengthen accountability in the management of public funds.

Government had set the 50% reduction target as part of measures to address financial mismanagement and improve the use of state resources.

The latest figures suggest that the target has been surpassed, although continued monitoring, enforcement and stronger institutional controls will be necessary to sustain the progress.

The development comes amid growing calls for greater transparency and accountability in the management of public finances, with citizens demanding stronger safeguards against the misuse of state funds.