Accra: President John Dramani Mahama has nominated five professionals to serve on Ghana's Fiscal Council, in a move aimed at strengthening oversight and discipline in public finances. The nominations were made under the Public Financial Management Act, as announced in a press release dated April 8, 2026.
According to Ghana Web, the nominations were made pursuant to section 11D of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), as amended by the Public Financial Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1136). President Mahama has appointed Dr Emmanuel Oteng Kumah as chairperson, along with Prof Patrick Opoku Asuming, Leslie Dwight Mensah, J Kweku Bedu Addo, and Dr Henry Akpenamawu Kofi Wampah to the Fiscal Council.
The newly appointed members bring experience from academia, policy, research, and financial governance. Their combined expertise is anticipated to support the Council's role in promoting fiscal responsibility and guiding government decision-making.
The Fiscal Council is mandated to provide independent oversight of the country's fiscal policy. It plays a key role in ensuring prudent management of public funds and strengthening transparency and accountability in government spending.