Ghana's Special Prosecutor: Attorney General Can't Impartially Probe Government Colleagues

Ghana's Special Prosecutor Highlights Need for Independent Corruption Investigations Accra, Ghana – The Special Prosecutor of Ghana, Kissi Agyebeng, recently delivered a powerful speech at the National Anti-corruption Conference, emphasizing the crucial role of an independent body in investigating corruption within the government. His address underscored concerns about potential conflicts of interest within the Attorney General's office when investigating government officials. "The Attorney General can't fairly probe colleagues in government — that’s why the Special Prosecutor’s Office was created," Agyebeng stated during the conference. This statement directly addresses the core issue of impartiality and the need for an independent body to handle sensitive investigations. Agyebeng's remarks highlight a critical aspect of Ghana's anti-corruption efforts. The establishment of the Special Prosecutor's Office aimed to address concerns about potential bias within the existing structures. The conference itself signifies Ghana's commitment to tackling corruption and enhancing transparency and accountability within the government.