The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has strongly refuted allegations circulating on social media and sections of the media suggesting that the institution procured fifteen laptops at an inflated cost of GHS322,500, describing the claims as misleading and unfounded.
In a detailed clarification, the Board emphasized that the procurement process was lawful, transparent, and fully compliant with Ghana’s Public Procurement Act, insisting that all procedures followed due diligence and regulatory approval.
According to GoldBod, the laptops were procured in November 2025 from GET4LESS Ghana Limited to support the operational needs of newly appointed Directors and Deputy Directors following the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board. The institution noted that the acquisition formed part of efforts to equip its leadership with the necessary technological tools to enhance efficiency and administrative effectiveness.
The Board further explained that the procurement was executed through the Single Source Procurement method, which received formal approval from the Public Procurement Authority (PPA). GoldBod indicated that GET4LESS Ghana Limited was the only supplier at the time with adequate stock of the specified laptop model capable of meeting the organization’s urgent operational demands and delivery timelines.
In addition, the Ministry of Finance granted the required commitment authorization, ensuring that the transaction complied fully with established financial and procurement regulations.
Providing a breakdown of the purchase, GoldBod disclosed that the 15 laptops were acquired at a total cost of GHS322,500, representing GHS21,500 per unit, inclusive of all applicable taxes.
The devices procured were Lenovo ThinkPad T14s models, equipped with:
Intel Core i7-1355U processor
16GB RAM
512GB SSD storage
14-inch Full HD display
According to the Board, a review of the supplier’s website shows that the open market price of the same laptop stands at approximately GHS21,505, indicating that the procurement price aligns with prevailing market rates.
GoldBod also reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, revealing that the contract details were officially published on the Board’s website on March 10, 2026. The disclosure, the Board noted, was made in accordance with Section 42(1)(c) of the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140), which mandates openness in public procurement processes.
The institution cautioned the public against the spread of misinformation, stating that certain individuals appear to be attempting to manufacture controversy where none exists.
GoldBod reiterated that it remains firmly committed to accountability, transparency, and responsible governance in all its operations.
The statement was signed by Prince Kwame Minkah, Media Relations Officer of the Ghana Gold Board.
