A shocking report has revealed that Ghana’s National Service Scheme (NSS) paid allowances to 81,000 non-existent personnel during the 2023/2024 service year, while thousands of qualified service personnel remained unpaid for months.
The revelation has sparked public outrage and renewed scrutiny of financial mismanagement within the Ghana. Many affected personnel struggled to make ends meet, with some resorting to threats for protests and petitions demanding their rightful payments.
Massive Payroll Fraud Uncovered
According to the report, an internal audit discovered that tens of millions of Ghana cedis were disbursed to fake names, duplicate identities, and individuals who never reported for duty. Meanwhile, legitimate service personnel faced delayed or unpaid allowances despite fulfilling their national service obligations.
Government and Public Reactions
The findings have triggered calls for an immediate investigation, by the government and and the general public demanding the prosecution of those involved.
Speaking on the issue, a representative from the National Service Personnel Association (NASPA) expressed frustration:
“It is unacceptable that hardworking personnel are left struggling while ghost names receive payments. The government must act swiftly to correct this injustice.”
The NSS Secretariat has yet to issue an official response to the report, but sources indicate that a forensic audit and a cleanup of the payroll system may be underway.
Next Steps and Accountability Demands
The scandal raises serious concerns about corruption and oversight within public institutions. Analysts warn that failure to address the issue could erode trust in the scheme and affect future service years.
As pressure mounts on authorities to reclaim stolen funds and ensure such misconduct not to repeat itself, the NSS leadership faces its biggest test yet in restoring credibility and transparency in the system.
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