Accra: Divine Nkrumah, the Director of Operations for the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), has expressed concern over the current administration’s failure to prioritize the arrest and prosecution of former government appointees accused of stealing state resources. Despite any achievements by the administration, Nkrumah emphasized the need to address corruption and hold past officials accountable.
According to Ghana Web, Nkrumah voiced his frustration with the legal protections often granted to individuals accused of corruption, criticizing the use of the “innocent until proven guilty” principle as a shield. He highlighted the annual Auditor-General’s report, which documents misappropriation, embezzlement, and theft, as sufficient evidence to prosecute those involved.
Speaking on Rainbow Radio’s “As It Is Ghana,” Nkrumah urged the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) to ensure the prosecution and recovery of stolen funds from former officials. He warned that public patience is waning as the government
appears slow in addressing what he termed as “organized crime.”
Nkrumah specifically mentioned the National Cathedral project, critiquing the lack of updates and accountability for misallocated funds. He argued that individuals offering to repay stolen money are admitting guilt and should face prosecution.
He emphasized the need for a robust fight against corruption to deter public officials from engaging in such practices. Nkrumah insisted that suspected individuals should be labeled as “thieves” until proven innocent, underscoring the urgency to implement “Operation Recover All Loot” to prevent Ghana’s democracy from faltering.
Despite his harsh stance on corruption, Nkrumah acknowledged some successes under President Mahama’s leadership, including economic stability and fulfilling certain promises. He concluded by comparing recent national addresses, claiming President Mahama’s speeches were more substantive than those of former President Akufo-Addo.