The State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) has publicly dissociated itself from the upcoming 10th Ghana CEO Summit and Expo, stating that it has no formal relationship with the event and has not authorised the use of its name in any promotional activities.
In a statement issued by its Corporate Affairs Unit, the Authority clarified that it had neither entered into a partnership agreement nor granted approval to CEO Network Ghana, organisers of the summit, to present SIGA as a collaborating institution.
The Authority said it had become aware that promotional materials for the event were portraying SIGA as an official partner, a claim it described as inaccurate and misleading.
“Such representations are unauthorised, misleading, and do not reflect any existing relationship or agreement,” the statement stressed.
According to SIGA, it formally notified the organisers and requested the immediate removal of all references to the Authority from event-related publicity materials and platforms.
However, the organisers had allegedly failed to comply with that directive, prompting the Authority to issue a public disclaimer to set the record straight.
SIGA emphasised that its involvement in external programmes, conferences or partnerships is subject to established approval processes and formal agreements in accordance with the State Interests and Governance Authority Act, 2019 (Act 990).
The Authority explained that the use of its name, logo or institutional identity in connection with any event requires prior authorisation and a documented agreement. It maintained that no such approval or agreement exists concerning the Ghana CEO Summit and Expo.
As a result, SIGA advised prospective participants, sponsors, exhibitors and members of the public not to interpret the appearance of its name or logo on promotional materials as an endorsement of the summit or evidence of any institutional affiliation.
The Authority also called on media organisations, broadcasters and advertising platforms to exercise caution in their coverage of the event and refrain from portraying SIGA as a partner, sponsor or supporting institution.
SIGA reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability and institutional integrity in the management of state interests and governance matters.
It noted that protecting the credibility of public institutions remains a key priority and urged organisations to adhere to ethical standards when using the names and identities of government agencies.
While distancing itself from the summit, the Authority affirmed its continued support for partnerships and initiatives that contribute to Ghana’s economic transformation and private sector development, provided such collaborations are undertaken through the appropriate channels and in line with established governance procedures.
The statement serves as a caution to stakeholders and event organisers on the importance of securing formal approval before associating public institutions with private events, particularly where such affiliations could influence public perception or stakeholder participation.
SIGA said it remains committed to upholding due process and ensuring that all engagements involving state entities are conducted transparently and within the framework of the law.
