The officer, known as Sampson, confessed that despite being aware of the error, he knowingly kept the funds, stating, "Yes, I chopped the money. "When I got the money, I thought it was my money." After enquiries, he agreed to pay back the money to the state but stopped the payment after two months. The revelation came as the PAC continued its scrutiny of government financial management, focusing on instances of misappropriation and improper disbursements. The GES officer's confession not only highlights the widespread issue of salary overpayments within public institutions but also raises serious concerns about the integrity and accountability of civil servants in Ghana. During the session, the officer admitted that the overpayment occurred over several months and that despite noticing the discrepancy, he failed to report it to the relevant authorities. Instead, he chose to keep the funds for personal use.