Through the "Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL)" committee, Attorney General and Justice Minister Dr. Dominic Ayine has been instructed by President John Dramani Mahama to start looking into the alleged allegations of potential corruption right now.
Following the submission of an extensive report outlining financial misconduct and the misuse of public funds that the initiative had discovered, the directive was issued.
He stated: "I have promptly handed over the report to the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, and I give him firm instructions to commence immediate investigations into the cases reported in here." He received the report on Monday, February 10.
"This should be a clear warning—Ghana will no longer tolerate corruption," he added, warning anyone who think they can mislead the government and escape punishment.
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He said, "To those who stand for integrity, accountability and the rule of law, I assure you that this government remains your steadfast partner in building a nation where honesty and hard work are rewarded."
Mahama said, "I receive this comprehensive report of Operation Recover All Loot with great solemnity and a deep sense of duty. This initiative represents unwavering commitment to the fight against corruption, financial malfeasance, and the misappropriation of public resources."
He emphasized that using public monies for private benefit is unacceptable as it stunts progress, erodes public confidence, and increases inequality. To recover state assets that had been unlawfully plundered and return them to the Ghanaian people, the ORAL program was started.
The ORAL crew was praised by the President for their professionalism and commitment in completing the task without expecting payment or recompense. He pointed out that the thorough investigations, court cases, and asset seizures included in the report show how seriously his administration takes encouraging accountability and sound governance.
The report's conclusions are sobering to read. They expose the extent of financial ties that have severely harmed our country—funds that ought to have gone into infrastructure, social development, healthcare, and education," Mahama said.
Notwithstanding the sobering findings, the research also gives optimism that Ghana may recover lost money and discourage such financial misdeeds in the future by working together. The President gave Ghanaians the assurance that the process would continue once the report was submitted and that, if required, legal action would be taken.
"The report's suggestions will be thoroughly examined, and if necessary, legal action and investigations will be followed fearlessly and favorably. He said that all recovered resources will be reinvested in the country's progress and that safeguards against future losses would be reinforced.
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