Pakwach breaks silence on corruption allegations within district service commission
This clarification comes amid rumors suggesting that an unqualified individual has been holding the position for an extended period.
Pakwach: Pakwach District Local Government has strongly dismissed widespread social media claims of corrupt practices within its District Service Commission.
In a statement issued on April 8, 2025, the district responded to reports that emerged on X (formerly Twitter) on April 7, alleging that the district has retained an unqualified Assistant District Health Officer for an extended period.
In the press release, Pakwach Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Dalili RK Moses, confirmed that the allegations are currently being investigated by the Inspector General of Government (IGG), with the formal report still pending.
“The public should disregard the information circulating on social media platforms as baseless and premature. The Office of the CAO remains open to receiving credible information from the public to enhance service delivery and will decisively address any corrupt practices,” the statement, signed by Dalili RK Moses, read in part.
Dalili emphasized, “It is important to note that the matter is still under investigation by the IGG, and no official report has been released.”
The CAO further clarified that the Assistant District Health Officer position, which is central to the allegations, remains vacant. This clarification comes amid rumors suggesting that an unqualified individual has been holding the position for an extended period.
Dalili stated, “The district is awaiting the IGG’s findings and will implement any recommendations in accordance with due process once the report is available.”
The statement reaffirmed the district’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and outlined steps to ensure the integrity of the recruitment process. These measures include hiring only qualified staff with verified credentials.
Between 2020 and 2022, the Inspectorate of Government’s Directorate of Ombudsman Affairs received over 225 complaints nationwide regarding irregularities in recruitment processes managed by district service commissions.
The IGG has consistently urged the public to report any instances of bribery or corruption, especially in cases where payments are demanded in exchange for jobs or favors.
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