President John Dramani Mahama has indicated that Ghana is no longer a safe haven for those who engage in corrupt deals. He says the days of defrauding the state are over.
The Operation Recover All Loot committee chairman by Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa presented it’s reports to the President a short ceremony at the Presidency on Monday, February 10,2025.
Chairman of the committee recounted that the total complaints during the period of the establishment of ORAL amounted to 2,174 comprising of emails, phone calls and petitions.
President Mahama who received the report of the committee assured Ghanaians that the fight against corruption will continue with a renewed vigour.
“As we receive this report, let me assure the Ghanaian people that the work does not end here. The recommendations of the report will be carefully studied and where legal action and investigations are needed, they will be pursued without fear or favor” he assured
He added that every pesewas retrieved will be Channelled into developmental projects.
“Every pesewa recovered will be channeled back into national development and mechanisms will be strengthened to prevent such losses in the future,” he stated.
He issued a stern warning to those who think they can defraud the state and escape justice.
“To those who think they can defraud the state and escape justice, let this serve as a strong warning: Ghana is no longer a safe haven for corruption.Authentic Ghanaian cuisine recipes
“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,” he declared.
President Mahama described this moment as a defining one in the fight against corruption, calling on all citizens, civil society, the media, and public officials to play their part.
“This is a defining moment in our fight against corruption. We must all play our parts, citizens, civil society, the media, and public officials alike. Together, we will build a Ghana that is just, transparent, and prosperous for generations to come,” he said.
He has since handed over the report to the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine
