The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) has raised concerns over what it describes as inconsistencies in the government’s anti-corruption efforts.

In a press statement signed by Executive Director Isaac Boadi, the group questioned why the government is establishing a new anti-corruption body while allegedly shielding the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) from scrutiny.

On March 27, 2026, Parliament passed the Governance Advisory Council Bill, which seeks to create an independent body to strengthen accountability and combat corruption. However, on the same day, the Majority rejected a Minority motion to set up an ad hoc committee to investigate alleged losses at GoldBod linked to the gold-for-reserves programme.

IERPP described these developments as contradictory, arguing that efforts to promote accountability should not exclude key institutions. The group also questioned why government is preventing investigations into reported losses of about $214 million at GoldBod, warning that such actions could undermine public confidence in anti-corruption measures.

According to IERPP, the effectiveness of the proposed Governance Advisory Council will be limited if institutions are perceived to be protected from scrutiny. The group further urged the government to ensure transparency and accountability across all public institutions.

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