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The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has strongly refuted claims that he has approved payments to businessman and former Assin Central lawmaker, Kennedy Agyapong, or any other contractor for projects undertaken under the previous administration.
Addressing the rumors, Dr. Forson emphasized that the Mahama-led government is currently conducting a thorough review of all contracts and payment requests to ascertain their legitimacy before any disbursements are made.
Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) page, Dr. Forson dismissed the allegations, stating, “Friends, since I took office, no contractor—including Kennedy Agyapong—has been paid a pesewa. We are currently conducting a comprehensive review of all contracts and payment requests to verify their legitimacy. Please disregard any claims suggesting that I have authorized payment to Kennedy Ohene Agyapong or any other contractor. Thank you!”
His response follows reports that suggested the government had begun making payments to contractors, including Kennedy Agyapong, who owns the construction firm Ken City Company Limited. The Minister’s swift rebuttal aims to clarify any misconceptions regarding the administration’s financial policies and commitments.
The government has reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability in public financial management, ensuring that payments are only made after a diligent verification process. As such, the public is urged to ignore any unfounded allegations regarding unauthorized financial transactions.
This development comes amidst heightened scrutiny over government expenditures and payments to contractors, particularly those affiliated with previous administrations. The Finance Ministry has assured citizens that it remains focused on ensuring prudent financial management and upholding public trust.
