The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has rejected allegations circulating on social media suggesting that the sector minister, Samuel Nartey George, has misused public funds.
The claims emerged after a document purportedly linked to the Ministry surfaced online, triggering widespread speculation that significant amounts of money had already been approved and spent.
In a statement issued on Monday, May 18, the Ministry clarified that the document in question does not indicate any actual expenditure. Instead, it explained that the material forms part of a formal request submitted to the Ministry of Finance for what is known as Commitment Authorisation — a standard step in Ghana’s public financial management process.
According to the Ministry, such requests are routine and are based on budgetary allocations already approved by Parliament for the 2026 fiscal year. The document, it stressed, outlines planned programmes, operational activities, and projects intended for execution, rather than funds that have been released.
Crucially, the Ministry noted that the request has not yet received approval from the Ministry of Finance. As a result, no money has been disbursed or spent in connection with the items referenced in the circulating document.
Officials further described the claims of financial misconduct as misleading and lacking proper context, cautioning the public against drawing conclusions from incomplete information.
Reaffirming its stance, the Ministry emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability, adding that all financial processes are being handled in strict accordance with established regulations.
The clarification comes amid growing scrutiny on public spending and highlights the importance of accurate interpretation of official financial documents.
