The Ghana Police Service tops the list of public entities that accept bribes and engage in corrupt behaviour, according to a poll conducted by Ghana’s Statistician.
The paying of bribes to public officials cost Ghana roughly GHS5 billion in 2021, according to the Ghana Integrity of Public Services Survey (GIPSS).
Bribes totaled more than $17.4 million in the first nationwide poll, “Corruption in Ghana — People’s Experiences and Opinion.”
People aged 18 and over were interviewed in 15,000 homes throughout Ghana to acquire evidence-based information on the sorts of corruption impacting the community.
Except for 84.8 percent of bribes given in cash, 13.3 percent were meals and beverages; 9.7 percent were other services provided; 5 percent were jewels; and 2.2% of bribes paid were animals.
Many people paid bribes to expedite operations; 15.8% paid as a sign of gratitude; 13.88% paid to prevent fines; 10.8% paid to avoid issues, and 3.18% paid to avoid the termination of public services.
Other most bribed institutions as featured in the survey are:
