The Commonwealth Secretariat has firmly rejected reports linking it to the alleged misuse of its official letterhead in Ghana, describing the claims as completely unfounded.
In a statement released by its spokesperson, Satinder Bindra, the Secretariat made it clear that it has never issued a denial or comment regarding any alleged unauthorised use of its letterhead because “no such incident has occurred.” The clarification comes amid rising speculation attempting to tie the organisation’s identity to supposed irregularities within Ghana.
According to the Secretariat, the confusion may have arisen due to the large number of organisations accredited to it. Over 90 groups across different sectors maintain accreditation, but the Secretariat stressed that these bodies are fully autonomous. They operate independently, have separate leadership, and do not share any office bearers with the Commonwealth Secretariat.
By outlining these distinctions, the organisation aimed to dispel the notion that its name or resources could be directly involved in activities taking place in Ghana. The Secretariat reaffirmed that its role is to support member states, uphold democratic values, and promote good governance, not to interfere in local or unauthorised operations.
This strong clarification also reflects the Secretariat’s broader commitment to transparency and accountability. By swiftly addressing the speculation, it has reassured member countries and the public that its credibility and symbols of authority, including the official letterhead, remain intact and protected.
The Commonwealth Secretariat’s intervention serves as a reminder of the importance of separating independent accredited bodies from the Secretariat itself. While partnerships and affiliations exist, they do not imply shared oversight, decision-making, or identity.
With this response, the organisation has drawn a clear line under the matter, urging the public to disregard rumours and reaffirming that no misuse of its letterhead has taken place in Ghana or elsewhere.
