The Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) team, chaired by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has taken a significant step in its anti-corruption mandate by receiving a detailed dossier on the National Service ghost names scandal.
The document, presented by The Fourth Estate and the Media Foundation for West Africa, reveals that the fraudulent activities have cost Ghana over GHS500 million.
In a Facebook post on Friday, Mr. Ablakwa expressed profound gratitude to the two organisations for their exceptional dedication to the nation.
“We are extremely grateful to The Fourth Estate and the Media Foundation for West Africa for the presentation and their exceptional patriotism. Together, we shall reset Ghana and recover all loot,” he stated.
The ORAL team has committed to thoroughly investigating the scandal, recovering stolen funds, and holding the perpetrators accountable. The dossier is expected to play a pivotal role in these efforts, providing key insights into the fraudulent activities that have resulted in substantial financial losses for the country.
This development forms part of a broader initiative to combat corruption and enhance transparency within Ghana’s public sector.
The ORAL team is supported by a blend of local and international experts and is dedicated to restoring trust in government institutions while ensuring public resources are utilised effectively for the benefit of all Ghanaians.
In addition to its chairman, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the ORAL team comprises distinguished members including:
- Daniel Domelevo: Former Auditor-General, renowned for his leadership in promoting financial accountability.
- COP (Rtd.) Nathaniel Kofi Boakye: Retired police commissioner with extensive experience in law enforcement.
- Martin Kpebu: Respected private legal practitioner and advocate for justice.
- Raymond Archer: Accomplished investigative journalist noted for exposing corruption.
This initiative underscores Ghana’s commitment to good governance and the effective management of public resources. The ORAL team’s efforts are expected to bolster public confidence in the fight against corruption and contribute to the nation’s broader development goals.
