By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei
President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that more than 200 corruption-related cases are currently under investigation and prosecution as part of his administration’s renewed fight against graft.
Speaking at his first Presidential Media Encounter since returning to office, the President said the prosecutions are being carried out under Operation Recover the Loot, a national initiative aimed at retrieving misappropriated funds and holding offenders accountable.
“Over 200 cases are under active investigation, with about 80 people interrogated so far. Several prosecutions have begun, progressing steadily and remaining firmly on course,” Mahama revealed.
He cited ongoing trials such as The Republic versus Adu Boahen and Three Others, the SkyTrain case, which now has a confirmed trial date, and the National Service Authority case, where charges are ready to be filed once the new legal year begins. On the controversial National Cathedral project, he said the government is awaiting a forensic audit from the Auditor-General before taking action.
Mahama stressed that his government’s emphasis on due process should not be mistaken for weakness.
“Yes, our insistence on doing things the right way may afford those who have looted this country some temporary relief, but let me be clear, it will not grant them permanent escape,” he declared.
The President assured citizens that every corruption case backed by sufficient evidence would be prosecuted “swiftly and firmly,” adding that his administration is committed to restoring integrity in public service.
