Kwaku Ofosu-Yaw Reveals That Looted OR AND AL Funds Will Be Recovered Through Courts, Not Outside The Law

Deputy Attorney General and Minister of Justice Kwaku Ofosu-Yaw has stated clearly that the government will pursue legal action to retrieve alleged stolen funds from the Office of the President (OR, also referred to as OR AND AL) rather than use unlawful or extrajudicial measures. His comments address concerns about how the government plans to handle accusations of misuse of public funds linked to the office.

Ofosu-Yaw was speaking on March 4, 2026 on a local radio show, where he made it clear that the government will respect the rule of law in seeking accountability. He emphasised that recovering public assets must follow established legal procedures, and that resorting to actions outside the Constitution or judicial processes would undermine Ghana’s democratic framework.

His remarks come amid claims circulating in political debates that funds belonging to the Office of the President were diverted or misappropriated during previous administrations. Opponents of the government have insisted that rapid action is needed, while some civil society actors have called for public transparency in how any investigations and recoveries are handled.

Ofosu-Yaw stressed that court processes, including investigations and prosecution, are the right path for seeking redress. He argued that legal oversight and due process protect both the state and the rights of individuals involved, ensuring that any wrongdoing is properly proven before actions are taken. “We have the institutions to do this, and we must use them in line with the Constitution,” he said in the broadcast.

The Deputy Attorney General also highlighted that resorting to extrajudicial measures such as public pressure, mob actions, or informal recovery attempts could lead to chaos and undermine confidence in Ghana’s justice system. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening institutions like the Office of the Special Prosecutor, the Audit Service, and the courts to ensure that cases are handled transparently and fairly.

Legal experts have welcomed the emphasis on due process, saying it can build public trust while ensuring that justice is served. They note that high-profile financial recovery cases should set precedents for accountability that respect individual rights and democratic norms.