Dr. Pamela Graham sworn in as Ghana’s first female Auditor-General

Dr. Pamela Graham has been sworn in as Ghana’s first female Auditor-General, marking a historic milestone in the country's governance and public accountability system.

The swearing-in ceremony was attended by President John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, underscoring the significance of the appointment.

Dr. Graham's appointment makes her the first woman to lead Ghana's supreme audit institution, a development widely seen as a major step toward inclusive leadership in public service.

Administering the oath of office, President Mahama tasked the new Auditor-General with upholding the highest standards of professionalism, independence, and integrity in safeguarding the nation's public resources.

He urged her to build on the achievements of her predecessors while strengthening transparency, accountability, and sound financial management across the public sector.

"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 issued after the ceremony said.

Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang congratulated Dr. Graham on her appointment, describing it as a landmark achievement.

"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 work of the Audit Service in promoting accountability, improving public financial management, and enhancing confidence in the stewardship of state resources.