President John Mahama has directed the Auditor-General to conduct a comprehensive forensic audit into the organisation and management of the 13th All-Africa Games following a report submitted by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).
According to JoyNews sources at the Presidency, the directive forms part of efforts to promote accountability, transparency, and value for money in the use of public funds during the continental sporting event.
The forensic audit, which will be overseen by the Auditor-General, is expected to scrutinise all financial and operational aspects of the Games.
It will cover areas such as procurement and contracting, financial management, project delivery, asset utilisation, and institutional oversight.
Specifically, the audit will examine the tendering and selection of contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act, the management of funds and expenditures including sponsorships, as well as the timelines, costs, and value-for-money outcomes of facilities built for the Games.
It will also verify the ownership and current state of assets procured or constructed and review the coordination among agencies and committees involved in organising the event.
The Auditor-General is expected to submit the findings of the forensic audit to the President by the second week of December 2025.