UTAG-UG slams Auditor-General for denying UG management the right of response to ‘damning’ report

Jerry Joe Harrison is the Secretary of the University of Ghana branch of UTAG. He has criticized the Auditor-General’s handling of a recent audit report. He accused the Audit Service of violating procedures and ethics.

Harrison spoke on JoyNews’ AM Show. He claimed that university management did not get to respond to initial findings before the final report was released. “The university management was not given a chance,” he stated.

He explained that standard auditing practice requires auditees to reply before conclusions are drawn. “I audit you, and when I have my findings, I bring them to you,” he said. Auditors should assess responses and include them in the final report for balance.

Harrison emphasized that University of Ghana officials were not shown the draft report. They were also not asked for clarifications on any issues raised. He believes this is a serious failure by the Audit Service.

According to him, this lapse is more than just a procedural oversight. It violates legal standards and professional ethics as well. “If you don’t give someone a chance to respond, you breach the law,” he insisted.

The Auditor-General’s report alleged financial and administrative irregularities at the University of Ghana. UTAG-UG’s concerns raise questions about due process and transparency in public audits. The situation also impacts the university's reputation significantly.