NHIA Holds Capacity Building Workshop for Regional and CPC Accountants in Kumasi

By Best News Ghana / June 16, 2025

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has commenced a five-day capacity-building workshop in Kumasi for its Regional and Claims Processing Centre (CPC) Accountants, aimed at strengthening financial management systems across the Authority.

Spearheaded by the Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Finance & Investment, Anatu Anne Seidu Bogobiri, the initiative seeks to decentralize key financial functions and equip regional teams with the skills needed to contribute meaningfully to the preparation of the Authority’s Consolidated Financial Statements.

The training is in response to longstanding challenges in meeting statutory deadlines required under Section 95 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921). Until now, the burden of preparing the consolidated accounts has rested heavily on the Head Office, prompting the decision to delegate some responsibilities to the regions and CPCs.

Speaking at the opening on Monday, June 16, 2025, Ms. Bogobiri described the event as a transformational milestone in the NHIA’s financial journey. “It is about empowering you to become strategic partners in the financial stewardship of the NHIA. Your role is pivotal, and your contributions are invaluable,” she told participants.

The workshop will focus on key areas such as Accounts Receivables Reconciliations, Expense and Payables Tracking, and Cash Management Reconciliations—all within the framework of compliance with the Public Financial Management regulations.

Accompanying Ms. Bogobiri were Richard Agyemang-Badu, Director of Budget and Management Accounting, and his Deputy, George Asamoah-Baah, who also contributed to the training sessions.

In addition to the workshop, Ms. Bogobiri announced that the team will conduct a fixed asset verification exercise in the Ashanti Region as a pilot for a nationwide rollout. “This exercise is a crucial step in safeguarding the Authority's assets and ensuring transparency and accountability in our operations,” she said.

Participants also took the opportunity to share operational challenges and presented Ms. Bogobiri with a portrait, branded diary, and pen, as a symbol of their commitment to supporting her vision.