The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana is unhappy with the request made by the special prosecutor to access the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS) platform.
According to the association, the ICUMS platform is a very sensitive one which contains valuable and sensitive data of importers and exporters as well as business operators.
It therefore warned that any breaches caused to this platform in the name of data access by the OSP could be detrimental to the business community.
In a press release dated June 15, 2023, the group is seeking for some form of clarification from the Office of the Special Prosecutor to make known its intention of what influenced its sudden request.
“We seek for clarification from the OSP to make known their intention of what influenced their sudden request. As well, the OSP must come clear on the data it seeks to access from the ICUMS platform”
“The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has been a propagator of best business practices and will support any move by the OSP to ensure the port sector is free from”.
However, the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana pledged its commitment to continue to engage in good business practices and will support any move by the OSP to ensure the port sector is free from corrupt practices.
It also demanded for clarity in the discharge of it duties to attract the needed support from industry players.
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