The Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) says President John Dramani Mahama’s objection to efforts to repeal the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) Act is a strong signal of his commitment to combating corruption.
Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Thursday, December 11, the Director of Advocacy and Policy Engagement at CDD-Ghana, Dr Kojo Pumpuni Asante, welcomed the President’s intervention in urging Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga and Majority Chief Whip Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor to withdraw their Private Member’s Bill seeking to abolish the OSP.
Dr Asante rejected assertions that the OSP has failed to deliver on its mandate, insisting that the facts point to measurable progress.
“We welcome the President’s intervention. I disagree with the narrative that the OSP’s performance has been poor because the evidence available does not support that claim. If there are concerns about the constitutionality of the office, they should be dealt with during the upcoming constitutional review not used as grounds to scrap it,” he said.
He added that the President’s position underscores the importance of maintaining strong accountability institutions.
“The President has shown consistency in supporting the office and affirmed the imperative of designing an anti-corruption architecture that delivers real accountability for Ghanaians,” Dr Asante emphasised.
President Mahama’s call followed public concerns over the proposed repeal. Addressing the National Peace Council earlier, he described the move as premature, warning that dismantling the OSP would undermine efforts to curb corruption.
He instead encouraged the Special Prosecutor to improve operational efficiency and speed up investigations to restore public confidence.
