Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and his Deputy, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, have publicly filed their annual tax returns in a bid to promote voluntary compliance and strengthen trust in the country’s tax system.
Speaking after the exercise, Dr. Forson said the gesture was meant to demonstrate leadership through action.
“Leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he stated.
He commended Ghanaian taxpayers for their contributions to national development, emphasizing that tax compliance is both a civic duty and a moral obligation. According to him, tax revenue remains central to good governance, funding critical sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and security.
“Paying taxes is a shared civic responsibility. It is the foundation of good governance,” he added.
The Minister also lauded the efforts of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) during its ongoing Tax and Good Governance Month campaign, urging the Authority to intensify public education and continue reforms that simplify filing and payment processes.
Dr. Forson further encouraged individuals and businesses yet to file their returns to do so promptly, stressing that a strong tax culture is essential for building a stable and prosperous economy.
The public filing forms part of broader government efforts to enhance transparency, improve revenue mobilisation, and increase voluntary compliance across the tax net.
April has been designated by the GRA as “Tax and Good Governance Month,” with annual returns—including Personal Income Tax (PIT) and Corporate Income Tax (CIT)—required to be filed by April 30.
By: Christian Akorlie / businesspostonline
