Rethink corruption fight to match Ghana’s reality — Special Prosecutor tells gov’t
By: Solomon Nartey Tetteh
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has called for a complete overhaul of Ghana’s anti-corruption strategy, urging a shift from foreign-imposed theoretical models to practical, homegrown solutions rooted in the country’s realities.
Speaking at the opening of the West Africa Regional Anti-Corruption Policy Dialogue at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, Mr. Agyebeng said Ghana’s current approaches often fall short because they lack relevance to the lived experiences of Ghanaians.
“Theories do not align with practice. Corrupt actors are becoming increasingly ingenious. We cannot continue on the same path if we are to effectively fulfill our mandate,” he stated.
Mr. Agyebeng emphasized the need to reimagine the anti-corruption fight to directly support national development goals, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
“If we reconceptualize the fight against corruption in a way that speaks directly to our context, we can ensure that resources intended for educating girls or providing healthcare for children are actually delivered. That is what meaningful anti-corruption looks like,” he said.
To push this agenda forward, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has submitted formal proposals to the Constitutional Review Committee. Among the proposals is a call for the inclusion of a dedicated anti-corruption chapter in Ghana’s Constitution.
“For the past week, the Office has submitted formal recommendations to the Constitutional Review Committee. We are advocating for constitutional reforms, including a clear and functional definition of corruption,” Mr. Agyebeng added.
