Airbus scandal: OSP has done a good job; deserves commendation – Domelevo insists
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Former Auditor-General and prominent anti-corruption advocate, Daniel Yaw Domelevo, has expressed his admiration for the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for its thorough and independent handling of the Airbus scandal.
In an interview with Channel One TV on Saturday, August 10, Mr Domelevo praised the OSP for its dedication to maintaining independence in its investigations. Domelevo highlighted the tendency of some officials to act in ways that might please the sitting president when a case is referred to them and commended the OSP for resisting this pressure and focusing solely on the evidence, ensuring that the investigation was conducted without bias. He emphasised the importance of the OSP's approach, noting that it sets a strong example of how public offices should operate, free from external influence.
The OSP's decision to present its findings without fear or favour was, according to Mr Domelevo, a testament to the office's commitment to upholding the rule of law. Mr Domelevo further urged Ghanaians to recognise and appreciate the Special Prosecutor's efforts in remaining independent, rather than succumbing to political pressures.
He stressed that such independence is crucial for the integrity of the country's legal and justice systems. Read also: Full Text: OSP concludes probe into Airbus scandal
Mr Domelevo called on the public to support and commend the Special Prosecutor for prioritising impartiality and transparency in its work, reinforcing the importance of independent institutions in the fight against corruption.
"I was full of commendations for him (special prosecutor) because especially when a request comes from the Office of the President, public servants are likely to read between the lines in order to toe the line of the president or what they think the president wants or wanted but I think he independently did his assessments or his investigations and came out with his report."
"Some aspects of the report I think did not sit well with Ghanaians, some Ghanaians are very happy about the report but be it as it may, my happiness is that he has done his work independently and boldly came out with his findings…I think the OSP has done a good job," Domelevo insisted.