Deputy Attorney General, Alfred Tuah-Yeboah, has issued a stern warning to all public officers to exercise caution in the performance of their duties.
This caution comes in the wake of the sentencing of the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, to 10 years in prison with hard labor for causing financial loss to the state.
Additionally, the former Chief Operating Officer of MASLOC, Daniel Axim, received a five-year jail term with hard labor.
Both individuals were found guilty on 78 counts related to causing financial loss to the state, theft, conspiracy to steal, money laundering, and contravening public procurement laws. During an interview on Adom FM’s morning show, Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Tuah-Yeboah emphasized the importance of public officers understanding the accountability inherent in their roles.
Mr. Tuah-Yeboah stressed that judgment day is inevitable, making it crucial for public officers to handle financial matters responsibly. He urged all public officers to take note of Madam Tamakloe’s court case as a reminder that such situations could happen to anyone.
“It is important for everyone to handle money with care and remember that one day they will be judged for their actions. Public officers, whether in this government or the NDC government, should learn from the recent court case involving Madam Tamakloe and ensure they adhere to the rules properly,” he noted.
Furthermore, Mr. Tuah-Yeboah advised public officers to obtain a copy of the judgment from Madam Tamakloe’s recent case to understand and adhere to proper procedures. He emphasized that not being cautious could lead to serious consequences, including legal trouble.
Efforts are currently underway to extradite Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu to serve her sentence.
