President Mahama was aware of Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Dr.

Dominic Ayine's decision to withdraw high-profile cases, former Attorney-General, Nii Ayikoi Otoo has claimed.

Speaking on Morning Starr with Naa Dedei Tettey, the former AG said the president and cabinet will ordinarily be interested in the cases and the chief government lawyer's approach to them.

Since taking office last month, Attorney General Ayine has withdrawn some high-profile cases including one against businessman Richard Jakpa and Dr. .