The Presidency has reaffirmed its commitment to fighting corruption after the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) presented findings from the Governance Series Wave 2 survey at Jubilee House on Friday.

The high-level engagement, which formed part of activities marking African Statistics Day, focused on trends in bribery, corruption, and public sector accountability across the country. It brought together senior officials from the Presidency, accountability institutions, civil society organisations, and key state agencies.

Presidential Adviser on the National Anti-Corruption Programme, Professor Francis Dodoo, said tackling corruption requires stronger collaboration among state institutions. He stressed that the meeting reflected the government’s resolve to act in the national interest and use credible data to guide reforms.

The session was chaired by the Deputy Chief of Staff (Administration), Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, who outlined what she described as renewed anti-corruption efforts under President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.

She highlighted initiatives such as the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) platform, stricter enforcement of Auditor-General’s reports, enhanced scrutiny by the Public Accounts Committee, and the implementation of the 2025 Code of Conduct for Government Officials.

Nana Oye Bampoe Addo also revealed that the Governance Advisory Council Bill, approved by Cabinet in May 2025 after extensive consultations, has been laid before Parliament. She said the bill is expected to further strengthen integrity and good governance in public administration.

In addition, she disclosed that consultations on the second National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP II) are ongoing, with the final draft expected to be ready for validation by December 2025.

Acknowledging public calls for quicker and more decisive action against corruption, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo said the reforms currently underway are gradually restoring confidence in Ghana’s governance framework.

Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, and his team presented key findings from the survey, highlighting citizens’ experiences with corruption and identifying sector-specific hotspots. They also pointed to notable differences between the first and second survey waves, including a decline in bribery in some sectors and improved responsiveness within parts of the public service.

According to the GSS, the data reflects the lived experiences of Ghanaians and provides an important evidence base for policy decisions aimed at strengthening accountability nationwide.

The programme concluded with discussions on practical reforms, improved reporting systems, and the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration.

The Presidency reiterated its commitment to using data-driven insights to translate the findings of the Governance Series Wave 2 survey into concrete actions that protect public resources, rebuild public trust, and support sustainable national development.