The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has expressed deep concern that political interference continues to pose a significant threat to the effective functioning of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).
According to him, the OSP has become a frequent target for individuals and groups seeking to undermine its mandate.
During a national dialogue on the focus of the OSP held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Mr Agyebeng stated that the office’s survival has been contingent, to a certain extent, on the support of President John Dramani Mahama.
He noted that without such backing, the institution would likely have faced dissolution, particularly in light of reports that a bill aimed at abolishing the office had been drafted by the majority in Parliament.
Mr Agyebeng noted that many politicians perceive the OSP as a threat to their interests, rendering it vulnerable to sustained attempts to limit its authority and operations.
He stressed that this situation underscores the pressing need for robust public and civil society support to protect the institution’s independence.
He posited that the office’s continued existence and effectiveness should not be dependent on the discretion or goodwill of any incumbent president.
Instead, he advocated for robust constitutional guarantees to ensure its autonomy and long-term stability.
“We must build this office for the ages,” he stated, cautioning that future officeholders should not be preoccupied with defending the institution’s existence rather than carrying out its core anti-corruption mandate.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana