President Mahama inaugurates Fiscal Council to check government spending

President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated a five-member Independent Fiscal Council to provide independent oversight of the country’s fiscal policy and promote prudent management of public finances.

Established under the Public Financial Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1136), the Fiscal Council is expected to promote fiscal discipline, safeguard long-term debt sustainability and strengthen public financial management.“Your responsibility is to scrutinise the Government’s fiscal decisions, assess compliance with established rules, and provide sound recommendations in the national interest,” Mr Mahama said.