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John Mahama Directs Probe into National Service Authority Ghost Names Scandal
President John Mahama has ordered an investigation into the National Service Authority (NSA) following the discovery of over 81,000 suspected ghost names on its payroll. This directive was issued as part of his administration’s commitment to tackling corruption.
The National Investigations Bureau (NIB) has been tasked with conducting this probe, which was announced on February 12, 2025.
The investigation aims to examine the operations of the NSA under the previous government, particularly focusing on how these ghost names, which were detected during a headcount to clear allowance arrears, were added to the payroll.
The move comes after Mahama’s return to office in January 2025, with promises to address corruption and economic mismanagement. Besides this scandal, Mahama has also initiated significant reforms in national security and regional governance, indicating a broad strategy to enhance governance and security structures in Ghana.
This investigation into the NSA is part of a series of actions Mahama has taken since his inauguration, which also include probes into other high-profile issues like the National Cathedral project and election-related fatalities from previous years.
Posts on various social media platforms have echoed this news, highlighting the scale of the issue with 81,885 suspected ghost names, and there’s a general sentiment of support for the investigation to uncover the truth and hold those responsible accountable.