Salaries of 2,563 gov’t employees suspended
The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has announced the suspension of salaries for certain government employees following the completion of a nationwide headcount exercise.
In a statement issued on Friday, January 30, 2026, Cephas Neosoo, the Head of Public Relations for the CAGD, confirmed that most staff on the national payroll have received their January 2026 salaries. However, the salaries of 2,563 employees have been withheld based on the recommendation of the Auditor-General. These employees reportedly did not participate in the 2025 nationwide headcount, which was conducted across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.
The CAGD has urged those affected to contact the Ghana Audit Service to verify their employment status and complete the necessary clearance process to have their salaries reinstated.
The department reassured the public of its continued commitment to transparency, accountability, and timely salary disbursements, in line with Public Financial Management regulations.
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