President John Dramani Mahama has sent a strong message to individuals who defraud the state, saying Ghana is no longer a safe haven for corruption.
Speaking at the presentation of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Team’s report in Accra, Mahama assured Ghanaians that the fight against corruption will continue with renewed vigor.
“As we receive this report, let me assure the Ghanaian people that the work does not end here. The recommendations of the report will be carefully studied, and where legal action and investigations are needed, they will be pursued without fear or favor,” Mahama stated.
He also emphasized that every pesewa recovered will be channeled back into national development, and mechanisms will be strengthened to prevent such losses in the future.
Mahama issued a stern warning to those who think they can defraud the state and escape justice.
“To those who think they can defraud the state and escape justice, let this serve as a strong warning: Ghana is no longer a safe haven for corruption.”
He also assured those who stand for integrity, accountability, and the rule of law that the government remains their steadfast partner in building a nation where honesty and hard work are rewarded.
“To those who stand for integrity, accountability, and the rule of law, I assure you that this government remains your steadfast partner in building a nation where honesty and hard work are rewarded,” he declared.
The President described this moment as a defining one in the fight against corruption, calling on all citizens, civil society, the media, and public officials to play their part.
“This is a defining moment in our fight against corruption. We must all play our parts, citizens, civil society, the media, and public officials alike. Together, we will build a Ghana that is just, transparent, and prosperous for generations to come,” he said.