A delegation from the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has called for stronger state backing to enforce accountability in Ghana’s petroleum revenue management during a high-level meeting with the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, at the Jubilee House.
The delegation, led by PIAC Vice Chair, Edward Yaw Afriyie, used the courtesy call to underscore the urgent need for deeper collaboration with the Presidency to ensure stricter oversight and efficient utilisation of oil proceeds.
Sources close to the meeting indicate that discussions were centred on closing accountability gaps, improving compliance with existing petroleum revenue laws, and strengthening institutional coordination to safeguard public interest.
PIAC, which is mandated to independently monitor and evaluate the use of petroleum revenues, reiterated its commitment to transparency but stressed that its impact depends heavily on the responsiveness of government institutions.
The Committee’s push comes amid growing public interest in how oil revenues are allocated and utilised, with calls for more visible development outcomes tied to the sector.
Mr Debrah, in response, welcomed the concerns raised and commended PIAC for its watchdog role, assuring the delegation of government’s readiness to work closely with the Committee to promote transparency and accountability.
The meeting is seen as a strategic move by PIAC to secure firmer political support at the highest level as it intensifies scrutiny over the management of Ghana’s petroleum resources.
