The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) has criticized President John Mahama for failing to initiate forensic audits into the National Cathedral and COVID-19 funds, despite pledging to do so within his first 120 days in office.
At a media briefing held by the think tank, IERPP Executive Director, Professor Isaac Boadi, expressed concern over the lack of progress on the audits promised during the 2024 election campaign.
“President Mahama, at the launch of his party’s manifesto in Winneba in August 2024, indicated that the two items would receive much attention within his first 120 days in power. Ladies and gentlemen, I can report to you that not much has been done in that regard,” Professor Boadi stated.
He emphasized that delaying forensic audits risks burying the truth. “The people deserve answers, not silence. President Mahama must audit the National Cathedral and COVID-19 funds as he promised. He missed that in his 120 days in power. He should do it now,” he added.
According to Professor Boadi, the government has “scored zero” on that particular promise, and he urged the president to act swiftly to fulfill it.
The think tank also reviewed other commitments made under the 120-day promise by President Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC). It said these findings would be published in a detailed report.
Prior to the event, the IERPP had announced that it was assessing the performance of President Mahama’s short-term promises following his return to office.
