Deputy Attorney General Dr. Justice Srem Sai has reaffirmed the government’s dedication to upholding the rule of law and holding accountable those suspected of looting state assets. He emphasized that efforts to pursue justice will continue with diligence and transparency.
Dr. Sai’s remarks follow a reported incident on March 19, 2025, when a group of heavily armed men, suspected to be operatives from the National Security Secretariat, stormed the private residence of former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, at Roman Ridge, Accra, while he was at home with his family.
Speaking at the launch of a project by GIZ aimed at strengthening the rule of law and combating corruption in Ghana, Dr. Sai addressed the divided public opinion surrounding the handling of the case. He acknowledged that while some feel the Attorney General’s office is moving too slowly, others believe it is being too aggressive.
“There are two sides to this,” he said. “One group believes that the Attorney General is too slow, while another group feels the Attorney General is too aggressive. Last night, searches were conducted at several homes, and the views remain divided.”
Despite these differing perspectives, Dr. Sai assured the public that the Attorney General’s office remains committed to pursuing individuals suspected of looting state assets, whether financial or material. He emphasized that this will be done within the framework of the rule of law, ensuring human rights are respected and no laws are violated in the process.
“We are working day and night to ensure this is done,” he said. “Most importantly, we are doing so within the framework of the rule of law. There have been instances in the past where suspects were arrested in ways that violated the rule of law, infringing on human rights and breaking other laws. This will not happen under our watch.”
Dr. Sai also addressed concerns about the legal process, recalling cases where individuals were put on trial for years without evidence, leading to unnecessary legal expenses. He emphasized that his office is committed to ensuring there is sufficient evidence before taking any case to court.
“We are determined to avoid such situations,” he said. “When I say ‘we,’ I mean my boss, the Attorney General, who firmly believes that no one should be put before the court without sufficient evidence to prosecute them.”
Dr. Sai concluded by explaining that what may seem like delays in legal proceedings are actually efforts to ensure that the evidence is solid before pursuing legal action.
“We are not in the business of putting people before the court and then seeking permission to look for evidence,” he stated. “We must have sufficient evidence to proceed before the criminal court.”
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