The Progressive Alliance of Ghana (PAG) has raised concerns over what it describes as a troubling lack of transparency surrounding the Economic and Organised Crime Office’s (EOCO) reported recovery of more than GH¢337 million in 2025.
In a press statement reacting to comments by the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, PAG said it was deeply disappointed that the announcement of the recoveries was not accompanied by details of who the funds were recovered from and the circumstances surrounding the alleged crimes.
Dr Ayine, speaking during the Government Accountability Series, disclosed that EOCO had exceeded its 2025 recovery target of GH¢200 million, with recoveries standing at about GH¢337.48 million, describing it as the highest in the agency’s history.
While welcoming efforts to retrieve proceeds of crime, PAG said accountability goes beyond headline figures.
The group criticised the Attorney-General for failing to disclose the identities of individuals or institutions linked to the recovered funds, arguing that such omissions weaken public trust in the anti-corruption fight.
The Attorney-General had explained that the recoveries included direct recoveries paid into EOCO’s Exhibit Account, as well as indirect recoveries paid into the Ghana Revenue Authority or the Consolidated Fund. PAG said these broad categories were insufficient and left critical questions unanswered.
Led by its 2024 presidential candidate, Dr. John Kpikpi, the party is demanding full disclosure on what exactly was recovered, the form of the assets, and the people or entities responsible for the losses to the state.
PAG also wants clarity on the specific offences involved, the actions taken against those implicated, and whether any prosecutions, convictions or sanctions have followed the recoveries.
The group further questioned how the recovered funds will be used and whether there is a clear plan to ensure they directly benefit the Ghanaian people.
According to PAG, naming offenders and spelling out the consequences of their actions is essential to deterring corruption and restoring confidence in the justice system.
The party warned that withholding such information only fuels public suspicion and undermines the credibility of EOCO and the broader anti-corruption drive.
PAG has therefore called on the Attorney-General and EOCO’s leadership to provide a comprehensive public account of the recoveries in the interest of transparency, accountability and good governance.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to openness, justice and responsible leadership, pledging to continue pressing for full accountability in the recovery and management of public resources.