Audio By Carbonatix The Minister for Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, has emphasised the need for public officials to lead by example after publicly filing his annual tax returns alongside his deputy on Thursday, April 30. In a social media post, Dr Forson said the move was intended to reinforce accountability and responsible leadership. “Earlier today, my Deputy and I publicly filed our annual tax returns. We did so for a simple reason: leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he stated. He stressed that paying taxes is not optional but a fundamental civic duty that underpins governance and national progress. “Paying taxes is a shared civic responsibility. It is the foundation of good governance and a cornerstone of national development,” he noted. Dr Forson further urged all citizens, businesses and professionals to comply with tax obligations, adding that “public officials, professionals, businesses, and citizens are all equal before the law, and we must all comply.” DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. Tags: Ato Forson Finance Minister Tax DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. Related to this story Finance Minister praises GRA for boosting voluntary tax compliance Ghana’s reset agenda anchored on financial health — Finance Minister Dr Ato Forson champions ‘financial health’ agenda after talks with Queen Máxima Government’s fuel relief avoids immediate revenue hit but puts OMCs under pressure Ghana’s economic recovery driven by structural reforms – Ato Forson IMF maintains Ghana’s 4.8% growth forecast amid global uncertainty GRA urges other businesses to emulate KGL by honouring tax obligations Resultant crimes involving moral turpitude of birth tourism and false dependency tax claims KGL group reaffirms commitment to tax compliance with GHS 153 Million contribution to GRA Cement manufacturers petition government over surge in raw material costs Latest Stories Ghana’s Defining Pairing: The National AI Strategy and the Pan-African AI Summit2 minutes Governance is about decisions, accountability—Deputy Finance Minister4 minutes Ato Forson files tax returns, urges leadership by example5 minutes Ho Teaching Hospital launches Environmental Sustainability and Beautification Initiative7 minutes Big Push or big snub? Upper East shouldn’t be ignored in project distribution10 minutes UNDP warns Ghana over borrowing costs despite signs of recovery18 minutes 2026 BECE: GES bans teachers, supervisors linked to last year’s malpractice from exam centres20 minutes Gov’t moves to upgrade power system after Akosombo switchyard fire21 minutes Finance Minister praises GRA for boosting voluntary tax compliance24 minutes Miss Health Ghana, NMEP intensify fight against Malaria and galamsey in Atiwa West25 minutes Energy Minister lauds Mahama’s presence at Akosombo recovery site38 minutes Glitz Africa announces awardees for Ghana Women of the Year Honours 202645 minutes ‘This is an act of God’ – Mahama on Akosombo Substation fire47 minutes Unemployed graduate returns GH₵4,000 he found at ATM53 minutes Ghana’s key economic indicators show positive trajectory – Deloitte Ghana partner1 hour