Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Anthony Kwasi Sarpong
Auditing firm KPMG Ghana has announced the resignation of its Country Managing Partner, Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, following his appointment by President John Dramani Mahama as the Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
This was contained in a statement issued by the firm on January 31, 2025 via Facebook.
His appointment sparked initial controversy. Leading to a private citizen, Emmanuella Sarfowaah, filing a suit at the High Court challenging the President’s decision.
She argues that Sarpong still holds an interest in KPMG, where he is listed as a senior partner, raising concerns about a potential conflict of interest.
Additionally, she contends that the appointment of a Commissioner-General in the absence of a Governing Council is unlawful.
In a development that weakens the legal challenge, KPMG Ghana, in a statement issued on Friday, January 31, 2025, formally announced Sarpong’s departure from the firm.
The statement highlighted his 29 years of service in various leadership roles, expressing gratitude for his dedication, innovation, and significant contributions to the firm’s growth.
The firm further reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the highest standards of service and professionalism, assuring clients, stakeholders, and the public that Sarpong’s exit would not affect its operations.
“As Tony transitions from the firm, we want to assure our clients and stakeholders that KPMG remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering exceptional service and support,” the statement read.
KPMG also acknowledged Sarpong’s instrumental role in shaping the organisation’s reputation and success, while expressing confidence in the strength, talent, and resilience of its team to build upon the firm’s solid foundation and achieve even greater success in the future.
See the statement below:
About Anthony Kwasi Sarpong’s appointment:
Anthony Kwasi Sarpong was appointed the Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority following the resignation of the former Commissioner-General, Julie Essiam, on January 20, 2025.
The appointment letter stated, “His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, in accordance with Article 195(1) of the Constitution and Section 13(1) of the Ghana Revenue Act, 2009 (Act 791), has appointed you as the Acting Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, pending receipt of the constitutionally required advice of the Governing Board, given in consultation with the Public Services Commission.”
Signed by the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama, the letter noted that the appointment took effect from January 21, 2025.
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