Mahama Directs Attorney General to Investigate ORAL Report on Corruption
President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, to launch an immediate investigation into allegations of corruption uncovered by the ‘Operation Recover All Loots’ (ORAL) committee.
The directive comes after the submission of a detailed report exposing financial misconduct and the misuse of public resources.
Upon receiving the report on Monday, February 10, President Mahama stated, “I have promptly handed over the report to the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, with firm instructions to initiate immediate investigations into the cases outlined.”
He further directed that individuals found culpable of corruption or related offenses be prosecuted without delay.
The President also issued a stern warning to those who attempt to defraud the state, emphasizing that Ghana will no longer tolerate corruption.
“This should serve as a clear message—corruption will not be condoned. Anyone found guilty will face the full force of the law,” he cautioned.
Mahama reassured Ghanaians of his government’s unwavering commitment to integrity, accountability, and the rule of law.
“To those who champion honesty and transparency, I assure you that this government stands with you in building a nation where hard work and integrity are rewarded,” he affirmed.
He emphasized that public resources must be protected for national development and not diverted for personal gain. The ORAL initiative was established to recover state assets wrongfully taken and return them to the Ghanaian people.
Commending the ORAL team for their diligence and professionalism, President Mahama acknowledged that they undertook the assignment without expecting compensation.
“The findings of this report make for sobering reading. They expose financial mismanagement that has cost our nation dearly—resources that should have been invested in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social development,” he noted.
Despite the concerning revelations, the report also provides hope that, through collective action, Ghana can recover lost assets and prevent future financial misconduct.
The President assured that the findings would not be ignored, and necessary legal actions would follow.
“The recommendations will be carefully reviewed, and where legal action is warranted, it will be pursued without fear or favor. Every recovered resource will be reinvested into national development, and stronger measures will be implemented to prevent future financial losses,” he pledged.
Through initiatives like ORAL, Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to fighting corruption and ensuring that Ghana’s resources serve the interests of its citizens.
