Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) has emphasised that the work it conducts for the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is unique and not duplicated by any other state institution, contrary to claims by some Ghanaians.
Serwaa Sarpong, who heads Support Management at SML, made these remarks during an interview on JoyNews' Newsfile program on Saturday, April 27.
She highlighted that their work is making a real difference in the country.
Sarpong emphasized that SML's efforts have led to increased monitoring and detection of under-declaration by some individuals within the sector. She stressed that SML's work should be commended instead of being criticised.
According to Madam Sarpong, the audit report by KPMG has vindicated their work, affirming its legitimacy and effectiveness. She expressed SML's commitment to remaining in business and continuing to contribute positively to revenue assurance efforts.
She reiterated that the services provided by SML are vital for enhancing revenue collection and ensuring compliance within the sector, and urged recognition of their contributions.
"SML’s solution is one of It's kind and not a generic solution that you can go to the market and buy. We have heard people say that you are deploying meters and meters can be bought and yes, one can buy meters, but it is what you are able to do with the meters that matters and the benefits they bring are what makes the difference. So the assertions that NPA is doing the same thing is not true and should be disregarded," she said.
KPMG, a reputable auditing firm, has completed and submitted its report on the contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) to President Akufo-Addo.
The audit was initiated by the President on January 2, 2024, following an expose by the Fourth Estate. Originally set to be completed by January 16, 2024, the deadline was extended to February 23, 2024, due to certain circumstances.
According to the audit findings, SML has received a total of GH¢1,061,054,778 since 2018 while only partially fulfilling its obligations under the contract.
However, SML has challenged this finding, asserting that the report as a whole justifies the contract.
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