Dr. Pamela Graham Sworn In as Ghana’s First Female Auditor-General

Edited by: Solomon Kwabena Nana-Ansah – Paaps – 

Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has congratulated Dr. Pamela Graham following her swearing-in as Ghana’s first female Auditor-General, describing her appointment as a historic milestone for the country’s public accountability institutions.

Dr. Graham was officially sworn into office on Monday by President John Dramani Mahama, becoming the first woman to head the Audit Service since the establishment of the office.

The ceremony marked a significant moment in Ghana’s governance landscape, reflecting the government’s commitment to strengthening public institutions while promoting inclusive leadership.

In his remarks, President Mahama urged the new Auditor-General to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and independence in the discharge of her constitutional mandate.

He charged Dr. Graham to safeguard the nation’s public resources while building on the achievements of her predecessors to further strengthen accountability and transparency in public financial management.

“The President has charged her with upholding the highest standards of independence, integrity, and professionalism in safeguarding the nation’s public resources, while building on the dedicated service and achievements of her predecessors,” a statement from the Presidency noted.

Vice President Prof. Opoku-Agyemang, who attended the swearing-in ceremony, congratulated Dr. Graham on her appointment and expressed confidence in her ability to deliver on her new responsibilities.

“Congratulations to Dr. Pamela Graham on this historic appointment. I wish her every success as she begins this important national assignment,” the Vice President said.

Dr. Graham’s appointment is expected to strengthen the role of the Audit Service in promoting transparency, accountability, and prudent management of public resources while reinforcing public confidence in Ghana’s financial oversight institutions.

As the country’s first female Auditor-General, her appointment also represents a significant step toward greater gender representation in leadership positions within Ghana’s public service.