GCTU has formally inaugurated its newly constituted Internal Audit Committee at a brief ceremony held on Tuesday, 18th November 2025, in the Vice Chancellor’s Boardroom.
The new committee succeeds the outgoing Audit Committee, which successfully completed its mandatory four-year term and led the University to significant milestones. Notably, the outgoing committee was honoured at the recent Internal Audit National Conference, where GCTU received a special award as the Best Audit Committee among tertiary institutions in Ghana a recognition the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa, highlighted with pride in his remarks.
The ceremony was graced by the Acting Director-General of the Internal Audit Agency (IAA), Mr. Thomas Nii Ashaley Thompson-Aryee, who administered the statutory Oath of Office and Oath of Secrecy to the new members, in accordance with the amended Public Financial Management Act (Act 113). He underscored the legal implications of information confidentiality and reminded members of their responsibilities under the newly strengthened regulatory framework.
Newly introduced committee members participated both in-person and virtually via Zoom.
Election of Chairperson Deferred
Although the swearing-in was successfully conducted, the meeting was unable to proceed to the election of a committee chairperson. The Acting Director-General advised that the committee’s full membership must be physically present to ensure a smooth election process and proper handover from the outgoing committee.
By consensus, these activities were deferred to a later date when all five members can participate in person.
Commitment to Compliance and Good Governance
During the discussions, the Acting Director-General also briefed management on ongoing public sector reforms, including requirements under the amended Public Procurement Act and the need for timely submission of the Commitment Control Checklist (CCC). He emphasized that institutions failing to comply may face sanctions from the Ministry of Finance.
The Vice Chancellor assured the Agency of GCTU’s continued commitment to full compliance with regulatory standards. He reaffirmed that management and the University Council will continue to provide every support necessary to enable the Internal Audit Unit and the new committee to excel – setting the stage for GCTU to possibly earn another national award in subsequent years.
