President John Dramani Mahama has instructed the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, to initiate immediate investigations into reported allegations of corruption by the ‘Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL)’ committee. This directive comes after the submission of a detailed report revealing financial misconduct and misappropriation of public resources identified by the initiative. Upon receiving the report on Monday, February 10, he stated, “I have promptly handed over the report to the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, and I have given him clear instructions to begin immediate investigations into the cases presented in this report.”
He also urged the prosecution of anyone found guilty of corruption or related offenses. Additionally, he warned those who think they can deceive the state and evade consequences, stating that this should serve as a clear warning—Ghana will no longer tolerate corruption. He emphasized, “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.” President Mahama reiterated his administration’s commitment to combating corruption and ensuring that Ghana’s resources are utilized for the collective good of its people.
“It is with great solemnity and a deep sense of duty that I receive this comprehensive report of Operation Recover All Loot, an initiative that represents an unwavering commitment to the fight against corruption, financial malfeasance, and the misappropriation of public resources,” Mahama stated. He emphasised that public funds must not be diverted for personal gain, as such acts undermine development, erode public trust, and deepen inequality. The ORAL initiative was launched to reclaim state assets wrongfully taken and restore them to the Ghanaian people.
The President commended the ORAL team for their dedication and professionalism in carrying out the assignment without compensation or expectation of remuneration. He noted that the meticulous investigations, legal actions, and asset recoveries reflected in the report demonstrate his government’s seriousness in promoting accountability and good governance. “The findings of this report make for sober reading. They reveal the scale of financial linkages that have cost our nation dearly—resources that should have been invested in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social development,” Mahama noted.
Despite the grim revelations, the report also offers hope that through collective efforts, Ghana can reclaim lost assets and deter future acts of financial misconduct. The President assured Ghanaians that the work does not end with the report’s submission but will be followed by legal action where necessary. “The recommendations of the report will be carefully studied, and where legal action and investigations are warranted, they will be pursued without fear or favour. Every resource recovered will be channelled back into national development, and mechanisms will be strengthened to prevent such losses in the future,” he affirmed.
By: Emma Ankrah
