Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has ordered changes to the Customs Technical Services Bureau. The bureau will now be controlled from one central place.
This is being done to stop money from being lost at Ghana's borders. The minister believes this will also make security better.
Dr. Forson stated that this recentralisation will create a central point for checking the value of goods. This should make the process smoother and more efficient.
The directive also aims to improve how information is shared. This sharing will happen within the Ghana Revenue Authority to help with enforcement.
The Finance Minister explained that these measures are important. They are designed to strengthen control over trade and ensure all due taxes are collected.
This action is part of a larger effort to improve revenue collection for the country. Better collection means more money for public services.
The Ghana Revenue Authority will implement the new structure. Details on the timeline and specific operational changes are expected soon.
The minister's office announced the directive on March 25, 2026.