Government spent GHS21 million on Black Star Square renovation

The Office of Government Machinery confirmed that GHS21 million was paid to contractors. This payment was for renovations at Black Star Square. The work was done before the 67th Independence Day event in 2024.

However, the national celebration was later moved to Koforidua. This means the renovated Black Star Square was not used for the event it was prepared for.

This expenditure affects public finance. The funds were used for a purpose that changed. Such spending decisions are important for how the government uses money. Transparency in these actions helps the public understand financial management. Questions may arise about the planning process and allocation of funds for large national events.