Deputy Attorney General Dr Justice Srem Sai says the office of the Attorney General takes responsibility for the recent raid on the residence of the former Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) Dr Ernest Addison.
His comment is in response to the recent national security raid at the residence of Dr Addison. This is the second such incident after a raid on the home of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta who has since filed a suit against National Security for trespassing.
Speaking at the launch of a GIZ-backed project aimed at strengthening the rule of law and combating corruption, Dr Srem Sai explained they are pursuing persons believed to have looted state assets, adding it is part of efforts to end corruption.
He clarified that all recent searches, including the raid on the former Finance Minister’s home and BoG Governor’s residence, were sanctioned by the necessary legal authorities.
“Every search conducted is part of the government’s framework to fight corruption. We take full responsibility for these actions, and we want to make it clear that they were carried out in accordance with the law. Proper warrants were obtained and used in conducting these searches,” he asserted.
Dr Srem Sai reaffirmed that the government remains committed to due process, ensuring that investigations and prosecutions adhere to legal standards.
“In the past, we have seen instances where people were arrested in ways that violated human rights or were subjected to prolonged legal battles without sufficient evidence. My boss, the Attorney General, is determined that no one will be put before a court without concrete evidence to justify prosecution,” he added.
He acknowledged concerns about delays in prosecuting corruption cases but stressed that the government is focused on building solid cases rather than rushing to court without adequate proof.
“The public may perceive some delays, but this is because we want to ensure we have the right evidence before proceeding. We are not in the business of bringing people before the courts only to later seek permission to gather evidence,” he explained.
