Private Legal Practitioner Martin Kpebu has criticized the head of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for her lack of proactive action in investigating a money laundering allegation involving former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah.
During a discussion on Joy FM’s Top Story, Kpebu expressed his disappointment in the handling of the alleged money laundering case by Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah. He suggested that Addo-Danquah’s approach indicated a lack of genuine interest in getting to the bottom of the matter.
The controversy stemmed from a press statement issued by EOCO on May 7, dismissing claims made by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding the sharing of findings with the FBI in relation to the alleged money laundering case involving Cecilia Dapaah. EOCO maintained that it had promptly requested the OSP’s findings on February 1, 2024, after receiving the referral on January 25, 2024.
Despite EOCO’s efforts to expedite the release of the report, it claimed that no information had been received from the OSP to assist in their investigations. This led Kpebu to question the sincerity of Addo-Danquah’s intentions to pursue the case further.
In a similar vein, Asante Akim North MP Andy Appiah Kubi raised concerns about the lack of cooperation between the Office of the Special Prosecutor and the Attorney General in handling the case. He echoed Kpebu’s sentiments, suggesting that there may be an attempt to conceal evidence in the ongoing investigation.
Kubi emphasized the need for transparency and professionalism in the conduct of investigations by anti-corruption agencies. He called for a unified approach to ensure that justice is served and public trust is maintained in the fight against corruption.
The unfolding events have underscored the importance of accountability and integrity in the efforts to combat financial crimes and uphold the rule of law.
