Audit
National Audit Office of The Gambia
NAO Gambia
66/100
Summary
The National Audit Office of The Gambia operates under the National Audit Act 2015, which replaced the Finance Act provisions. The Auditor General is appointed by the President on advice of the Public Service Commission and reports to the National Assembly. As an AFROSAI-E member, it applies international audit standards.
Independence Scorecard
66/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 7 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- National Audit Act 2015
- Citation
- National Audit Act 2015 (Gambia)
- Full text
- Agency website →
Jurisdiction scope
Supreme audit institution for The Gambia; audits public accounts, government ministries, departments, and public enterprises. Reports to the National Assembly.