The National Communications Authority (NCA) has inaugurated a five-member Audit Committee as part of efforts to reinforce financial discipline and accountability within the regulator.
The Committee, inaugurated at the NCA Tower, is mandated under Section 86 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), which requires all government institutions to establish Audit Committees to support effective financial management and governance.
It is chaired by Mr. Thomas A. Thompson-Aryee, Acting Director-General of the Internal Audit Agency. The other members are Dr. Felix Kwame Aveh of the Internal Audit Agency; Dr. Kenneth Kwadwo Obeng, representing the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana; and Dr. Selaise Esar Agyinasare and Madam Barbara Serwaa Asamoah, both members of the NCA Board.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Acting Director-General of the NCA, Rev. Ing. Edmund Y. Fianko, paid tribute to the outgoing Committee, describing its role as critical in steering the Authority through challenging periods. He thanked members for their dedication, wisdom and guidance, and stressed the importance of sustaining the strong relationship built over the years. Rev. Ing. Fianko also welcomed the incoming Committee, expressed confidence in its ability to build on the progress made and assured members of the Authority’s full support.
On behalf of the Committee, Mr. Thompson-Aryee said the members would work closely together to add value to the Authority, noting that the Committee’s mandate is clearly defined. “As a Committee that aligns with the reforms and policies set by the NCA, we are committed to ensuring their effective implementation and to contributing to the overall success of the Authority,” he said.
Inaugurating the Committee, the Acting Deputy Director-General of the Internal Audit Agency in charge of Finance, Administration and Support Services, Mr. Bismark Aborbi-Ayitey, charged members to carry out their duties in line with Act 921 to support effective governance and management at the NCA.
Speaking on behalf of the Board Chairperson, Ms. Mavis A. Ampah, Mr. George Sarpong urged the Committee to work diligently towards achieving its objectives, noting that its work would have a direct impact on the development of the NCA and the country.
The inauguration is expected to form part of the Authority’s focus on transparency, accountability and sound financial governance as it strengthens oversight structures to safeguard public resources and sustain confidence in Ghana’s electronic communications sector.
