Audit

General Auditing Commission of Liberia

GAC

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Summary

The General Auditing Commission of Liberia was established under the GAC Act 2014 (revised), implementing Article 90(c) of the Liberian Constitution. The Auditor-General is confirmed by the Legislature for a renewable 7-year term. As an AFROSAI-E member, GAC applies ISSAI standards. It reports to the Legislature.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 66/100 (good)
66/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentExecutive appointment
Term length7 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
General Auditing Commission Act 2014
Citation
General Auditing Commission Act 2014 (Revised)
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

Supreme audit institution for Liberia; audits state finances, government ministries, agencies, state-owned enterprises, and all entities receiving public funds. Reports to the Legislature.

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