A Political Governance Expert and anti-corruption campaigner at the University of Ghana, Dr. Daniel Appiah, has raised concerns over the Attorney-General’s recent legal move perceived to limit the powers of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), describing the development as both surprising and troubling.
Speaking in an interview on ABC’s In The Morning programme, Dr. Appiah questioned the lack of transparency surrounding the apparent rift between the Attorney-General and the OSP.
“It comes as a surprise that they go to court to try and clip the hands of the OSP without public knowledge of any issues between the AG and the OSP,” he stated.
His comments follow growing public debate over the working relationship between the Attorney-General’s Department and the anti-graft body, particularly after recent legal actions that could redefine prosecutorial authority in corruption-related cases.
Dr. Appiah stressed the need for clarity, urging the Attorney-General to openly communicate with citizens on the reasons behind the move.
“What I expect going forward is for the Attorney-General to come out clearly and tell the citizens whether they have found the OSP not cooperative enough to work with them in prosecuting cases of corruption,” he said.
According to him, transparency is essential to maintaining public confidence in Ghana’s anti-corruption framework, especially given the significant resources invested in establishing the OSP.
“A lot of money and investment have gone into setting up the office of the OSP, so we expect the office to work,” he added.
Dr. Appiah’s remarks highlight broader concerns about institutional coordination in Ghana’s fight against corruption, as stakeholders continue to call for stronger collaboration rather than conflict between key state agencies.
The unfolding situation has intensified scrutiny on both the Attorney-General’s office and the OSP, with many observers warning that any perceived power struggle could undermine ongoing anti-corruption efforts in the country.
