The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has exonerated Dr. Randy Abbey, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), from allegations of failing to comply with constitutional requirements for asset declaration. In a statement released after its investigation, CHRAJ confirmed that Dr. Abbey submitted his assets and liabilities on March 24, 2025, which is within the three-month period mandated following his appointment.
The investigation was prompted by a complaint from a private citizen, who alleged that several public officials, including 12 board chairpersons and two chief executive officers, had not fulfilled their obligations under Article 286 of the 1992 Constitution and the Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act of 1998 (Act 550). The complainant claimed that a search of the Auditor-General’s records indicated Dr. Abbey had declared his assets while serving as a policy advisor to the Vice-President but had not done so after assuming his COCOBOD role.
CHRAJ, however, found that Dr. Abbey had never held the position of policy advisor. Auditor-General records confirmed that he submitted a complete declaration of his assets and liabilities within the legally stipulated timeframe. With the requirement fulfilled, CHRAJ dismissed the allegation as lacking merit and commended Dr. Abbey for complying with constitutional and statutory obligations.
The commission reaffirmed its dedication to promoting transparency and accountability in public service through the enforcement of asset declaration laws.
Source: William Narha
