The Special Prosecutor of Ghana, Kissi Agyebeng, has voiced his concerns over the potential failure of the country’s fight against corruption if his office’s efforts do not succeed.
During a press conference in Accra, Agyebeng emphasized the need for support from all branches of the government, particularly the judiciary, and the general public to achieve the goals set by his office in combating corruption.
He highlighted the importance of upholding and strengthening institutions, especially law enforcement agencies, stating, “We must uphold our institutions and strengthen them, especially our law enforcement agencies. We should not take the relative peace and security we presently enjoy for granted.”
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) was established to tackle corruption, particularly cases involving politically exposed individuals. Despite facing challenges in court, Agyebeng urged continued support for the OSP, stating that the failure of the office would result in Ghana losing the fight against corruption, risking the erosion of democracy.
During the press conference, Agyebeng announced that the OSP now has its full complement of staff, totalling 249, though this achievement is four years behind schedule. He expressed excitement about having the full foundation staff in place and revealed plans to expand the office’s presence into regions such as Kumasi, Tamale, and Takoradi. The OSP is seeking approval for clearance to hire additional personnel to enhance its operations.
Agyebeng reiterated the commitment of the OSP as the flagship anti-corruption agency, emphasizing its mandate to investigate corruption and corruption-related offences, prosecute suspected offenders, recover assets, and take preventive measures against corruption.
SOURCE: DAILY MAIL GH
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