Accra, June 5, 2024 — Prominent security analyst Adam Bonaa has urged the resignation or dismissal of the Attorney-General and the Executive Director of the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO), citing concerns over their roles in combating corruption and organized crime.
Bonaa’s call comes amidst increasing public scrutiny over the integrity and effectiveness of these critical institutions. Speaking on the issue, Bonaa emphasized that both the Attorney-General’s office and EOCO are entangled in allegations of corruption and misconduct, which severely undermine public confidence in their ability to uphold the rule of law.
“If such a person is prosecuting you, how would you feel? Would you believe that you will be treated fairly and reasonably, considering the allegations and previous incidents involving the Attorney-General? The question is, is he competent enough to represent us?” Bonaa questioned.
Bonaa argued that when institutions tasked with maintaining justice are themselves suspected of wrongdoing, it creates an atmosphere of distrust and cynicism among the populace. He suggested that the Attorney-General and EOCO boss should step aside to allow for a thorough investigation into their conduct. “If the president does not fire him, he should step aside so that while a probe is undertaken, if he is able to clear himself, why not?” Bonaa stated.
Linking his concerns to the recent money laundering investigation against former Minister for Sanitation Cecilia Abena Dapaah, Bonaa highlighted the contradictions between Attorney-General Godfred Dame and EOCO boss Maame Tiwaa, suggesting that their actions reflect poorly on their competency. “As far as I am concerned, he is not competent enough and is not suitable enough to represent us as the number one lawyer defending our civil liberties in Ghana,” Bonaa remarked, referencing the discrepancies in their handling of the Cecilia Dapaah case.
Bonaa concluded that the apparent inconsistencies in the justice delivery system necessitate immediate action. “Such an important public matter, how he and the EOCO boss contradicted themselves, speaks volumes of our justice delivery system. It would be prudent for both to step aside. If not, the president should fire them,” he asserted in an interview with Ghanaweb.
The call from Bonaa adds to the growing chorus of voices demanding accountability and integrity from Ghana’s top legal and anti-corruption officials.