You Cannot Ride In Bulletproof Cars And Prosecute Only Seven Cases, Dafeamekpor Taunts OSP
Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson – Dafeamekpor, has criticised the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), accusing it of limited action despite high expectations and perceived privileges. In a statement released on Thursday, Dafeamekpor challenged the OSP’s performance, saying that its leadership “cannot ride in bulletproof cars” and turn out only a handful of prosecutions after years of operation.
The lawmaker’s comments come amid mounting public frustration over what many see as slow progress in holding corruption suspects accountable. Dafeamekpor argued that the OSP was created with a strong mandate to investigate and prosecute corruption and related offences, but that its record to date does not reflect the seriousness of that mandate or justify public confidence. He said citizens expected swifter and more visible action against corruption, not protective perks for officials without corresponding results.
According to the MP, effective prosecution of corruption cases is essential to restore trust in public institutions and discourage wrongdoing. Dafeamekpor said that the OSP should focus on delivering results that impact the lives of ordinary Ghanaians, rather than projecting an appearance of power without substance. He described the low number of convictions as insufficient given the scale of corruption concerns in the country.
Political analysts have noted that the OSP’s performance has been under scrutiny for some time, with successive critics calling for stronger leadership, clearer strategy and more transparent reporting. Some civil society groups have backed calls for reforms to improve effectiveness, while others defend the OSP’s efforts in navigating complex legal and procedural challenges.
Dafeamekpor urged the Special Prosecutor and his team to intensify investigations, accelerate prosecutions and ensure that the office delivers on its constitutional responsibilities without delay. He said that public trust will ultimately depend on outcomes that demonstrate accountability and justice for corruption offenders.
