The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has announced the suspension of salaries for 2,563 government workers following a nationwide headcount exercise conducted across public institutions in 2025.
In a press release dated January 30, 2026, the CAGD explained that while salaries for January 2026 have generally been paid, the affected workers failed to make themselves available during the nationwide headcount organised by the Ghana Audit Service across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
“On the recommendation of the Auditor-General, salaries of 2,563 personnel have been suspended for failing to avail themselves during the nationwide headcount exercise conducted across various Ministries, Departments and Agencies in 2025,” the statement said.
The Department urged all affected workers who did not receive their January salaries to immediately contact the Ghana Audit Service for the necessary clearance, stressing that verification of employment status is required before salaries can be reinstated.
The CAGD further assured the public of its commitment to transparency, accountability and the timely payment of salaries in accordance with existing Public Financial Management laws.
