The Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has expressed deep disappointment in how the government is handling the case involving former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah.
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In a recent press release, CDD-Ghana criticized the government’s tendency to swiftly conclude such cases without proper resolution.
They pointed out a pattern where scandals involving government officials often end abruptly without satisfactory explanations.
The controversy stems from an advisory issued by the Ministry of Justice and Attorney-General instructing the Economic and Organised Crime (EOCO) not to investigate allegations of money laundering against Cecilia Dapaah.
This decision, according to CDD-Ghana, effectively closes the case without addressing the serious allegations.
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CDD-Ghana highlighted the significant sums of money discovered in Dapaah’s possession, which far exceed her known income.
They emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to determine the source of these funds, citing constitutional principles that justify probing unexplained wealth.
Furthermore, CDD-Ghana criticized EOCO for seeking legal advice from the Attorney-General instead of conducting its own investigation based on evidence provided by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).
They questioned the sincerity of the government’s efforts to address corruption allegations, especially when high-profile individuals are involved.
In conclusion, CDD-Ghana called for transparency and accountability in handling cases of alleged misconduct by public officials, stressing the importance of upholding the rule of law to maintain public trust in governance.
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