Finance Minister designate, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has suggested that he will soon embark on visits to various ports across the country to address instances of corruption.
His decision follows numerous reports implicating port officials in corrupt practices. Dr. Amin Adam has acknowledged personally verifying some of these allegations and expressed his determination to combat the issue.
“Commissioner-General, as you may be aware, the perception of corruption in the ports or trade and entry remains very high. I have seen reports that tend to confirm some of these perceptions. And I know you all have received similar reports. We continue to lose revenue through the actions and inactions of clearing agents, shipping companies, and some of our own customs officials.”
“I personally intend to visit the ports, together with some of your officers to engage and assess for myself some of the issues at first-hand,” he said.
He lamented how quickly this is affecting Ghana’s ability to generate revenue, which is why important projects are being put on hold.
He pleaded with the Ghana Revenue Authority to collaborate with other important economic sectors in order to increase revenue.
“We need you to continue to instill discipline and minimise revenue leakages through misdescriptions, misclassification, over and under-invoicing. I assure you and your team of my strong support”.
“We are here to serve a country and that is our utmost priority. If it has to do with increasing revenue, do not hesitate to reach out to me or my team at the Ministry”, he added.