Story by George Yawson VINEH
President John Dramani Mahama has issued a firm directive to all chief executives of state-owned enterprises and his government appointees to submit their audited accounts and annual reports by the end of April 2026.
Speaking during an official engagement in Lusaka, Zambia on Wednesday, February 4, President Mahama expressed concern over the persistent neglect of reporting requirements by several state-owned enterprises a practice he says has weakened transparency and accountability in public institutions.
He stressed that it is statutory for these institutions to produce and submit their audited accounts and annual performance reports without delay. “There are many state-owned enterprises that for seven to eight years have never produced an annual report,” the President noted, highlighting the urgency of compliance.
President Mahama set the end of April as the target date for compliance, warning that failure to meet the deadline will carry serious consequences. While he did not specify the exact sanctions, his tone made clear that non-compliance will not be tolerated under his administration.
This directive forms part of the government’s broader push for fiscal discipline, good governance, and accountability across public institutions.