The authority has clarified that any such announcements are unauthorized and may lead to misinformation.
In a statement, the GRA emphasized the importance of verifying information through official channels to avoid falling victim to scams. The public is urged to stay informed and exercise caution when encountering such announcements.
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has sighted a fake media release on a vehicle auction dated December 3, 2024, purported to be coming from the Commissioner-General of the GRA.The fake statement.
The fake media release bears the signature of the former Commissioner-General, Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah but has the name of the current Commissioner-General, Madam Julie Essiam.
GRA wishes to inform the general public that the notice circulating in the public domain is FAKE.
The fake statement
The GRA’s warning comes in response to reports of fraudulent activities aimed at deceiving the public. The authority reiterated its commitment to transparency and urged citizens to rely on official communications for accurate information.