Government Inaugurates National Oversight Committee to expedite the finalization and Implementation of the National Public Sector Reform Strategy II

Accra, June 16, 2026 – The Government of Ghana has taken a significant step towards advancing public sector transformation with the inauguration of the Oversight Committee tasked with providing strategic direction for finalising and implementing the National Public Sector Reform Strategy II (NPSRS II).

The Committee held its inaugural meeting at Jubilee House on June 16, bringing together key stakeholders to chart a roadmap for completing the strategy and guiding its implementation. The meeting also saw the election of Evans Aggrey-Darko (Ph.D.) as Vice Chairman of the Oversight Committee.

Addressing members, the Minister of State in charge of Public Sector Reforms, Hon. Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba (MP), reflected on Ghana’s long-standing public sector reform efforts, which began in 1987. She noted that lessons from previous reform programmes had informed the development of the new strategy, which seeks to address persistent challenges affecting efficiency and service delivery across the public sector.

According to the Minister, the strategy is expected to deliver six major outcomes by 2030, including improving Ghana’s tax-to-GDP ratio, enabling business registration within 24 hours, and reducing youth unemployment. She explained that these reforms are aimed at strengthening public institutions and supporting national development.

The Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah, reaffirmed Government’s commitment to public sector transformation, describing an effective, accountable and responsive public service as critical to Ghana’s development aspirations.

He urged members of the Oversight Committee to provide strong leadership and ensure the successful implementation, monitoring and sustainability of the strategy, particularly at a time when the country is working to overcome economic challenges and improve public service delivery.

A detailed presentation on the proposed strategy was delivered by Mr. Joseph Abbey, Director of Policy, Planning, Budgeting, Monitoring and Evaluation at the Public Sector Reform Secretariat. He outlined the Strategy’s six pillars and highlighted their potential to enhance domestic revenue mobilisation, improve public sector performance and strengthen accountability at both national and local government levels.

During discussions, stakeholders sought clarification on financing arrangements and sector-specific deliverables. Mr. Abbey explained that implementation costs would be integrated into the 2027 national budget following consultations with implementing institutions.

The Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Administration and Chairperson of the Oversight Committee, Hon. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, indicated that the meeting had reached an agreement on key next steps, including the development of a detailed work plan and implementation timeline, a national stakeholder validation exercise, and the preparation of a Cabinet Memorandum ahead of the strategy’s official.

The inauguration of the Oversight Committee marks a renewed commitment to build a modern, efficient and results-oriented public sector capable of driving sustainable national development and delivering improved services to citizens.