The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has significantly ramped up its anti-corruption efforts, revealing in its half-yearly report that it is currently handling a total of 219 cases across different investigation stages.
The report, covering January to July 2025, shows the anti-corruption body managing 67 cases at the full investigation stage and 152 cases at the preliminary investigation stage.
The breadth of the OSP’s current investigations demonstrates the wide-reaching nature of corruption concerns across Ghana’s public and private sectors.
The 67 major cases under full investigation span across state institutions, state-owned enterprises, and private entities, covering critical sectors including natural resources, aviation, education, payroll management, procurement processes, healthcare, utilities, and land management.
Among the high-profile cases receiving full investigative attention are matters involving the Bank of Ghana and various financial institutions, reflecting the OSP’s focus on financial sector corruption.
The investigations target alleged corruption and corruption-related offenses perpetrated by some officials of the Bank of Ghana, banks, specialised deposit-taking institutions, and financial holding companies.
Additionally, the controversial estate matters involving the late Kwadwo Owusu-Afriyie, alias Sir John, continue to receive investigative attention.
The Minerals Income Investment Fund operations between 2020 and 2024 represent another significant area of focus. The OSP is investigating suspected corruption and related offences in the operations of the Minerals Income Investment Fund, with the probe covering payments relating to Agyapa Royalties Limited, the Small-Scale Mining Incubation Programme, and the Quarry Value Addition initiatives.
The OSP’s half-yearly report for July 2025 reveals it is currently handling one hundred and fifty-two cases at the preliminary investigation stage, indicating a robust pipeline of potential corruption cases being assessed for deeper investigation.
This preliminary stage allows the OSP to evaluate the merits of various allegations and determine which cases warrant full investigative resources.
The timing of this report is particularly significant as it demonstrates the OSP’s commitment to transparency and accountability in its operations.
The report covers the period from January to July this year and details ongoing prosecutions, completed investigations, and fresh inquiries, providing stakeholders with comprehensive insight into the office’s activities.
This substantial caseload reflects both the pervasive nature of corruption concerns in Ghana and the OSP’s enhanced capacity to tackle these challenges.
The office has adopted new policies to prevent stigmatisation while ensuring thorough investigations, balancing public accountability with individual rights during the investigative process.
The strategic approach evident in these investigations suggests the OSP is targeting systemic corruption across multiple sectors rather than focusing on isolated incidents.
This comprehensive approach could potentially yield significant recoveries for the state while deterring future corrupt practices across Ghana’s public and private institutions.
Story Written By Prince Asante Kwarteng | Kobby Kyei News
