By Savanna Pokuaah Duah
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to recovering state funds looted by corrupt individuals.
In a statement made during the presentation of reports by the Oral committee on Monday, February 10, 2025, Mahama emphasized that Ghana’s resources belong to the people and must be used for their collective good.
“The diversion of public funds for personal gain undermines development, erodes public trust, and deepens inequality,” President Mahama said.
To address this issue, the president launched Operation Recover All the Loot ( ORAL), an initiative aimed at restoring wrongfully taken state funds to their rightful owners, the Ghanaian people.
President Mahama commended the members of the Operation Recover All the Loot team for their dedication and professionalism in carrying out their duties without compensation or expectation of remuneration.
He stated that the team’s meticulous investigations, legal actions, and asset recoveries demonstrate the government’s seriousness in tackling corruption and promoting good governance.
The president assured Ghanaians that the recommendations of the report will be carefully studied, and legal action will be taken against those found liable for corruption or related offenses. “Every Pesewas recovered will be channeled back into national development, and mechanisms will be strengthened to prevent such losses in the future,” Mahama said.
In a strong warning to those who think they can defraud the state and escape justice, Mahama declared, “Ghana is no longer a safe haven for corruption.”
