VP Opoku-Agyemang Backs Bill to Declare Unexplained Wealth

Accra, Ghana - 06 June, 2025 - Ghana's Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has thrown her weight behind calls for legal backing to hold public and private officials accountable for their unexplained wealth.

Speaking at the national Anti-Corruption conference in Accra, she reaffirmed the government's dedication to combating corruption and addressing it directly.

The Vice President revealed that the government plans to lay the Conduct of Public Officers Bill in Parliament for deliberation, a move aimed at strengthening accountability and transparency in public office. She assured that the bill would be comprehensive, incorporating the views of anti-corruption bodies, civil society organizations (CSOs), the media, and the international community.

“The revised Conduct of Public Officers Bill will contain the views of CSOs, Anti-Corruption Institutions, the media, the international community and all relevant stakeholders to ensure that this bill stands the test of time,” she said.

According to Prof. Opoku-Agyemang, the revised bill would be designed to stand the test of time, with input from all relevant stakeholders. This would ensure that the legislation is robust and effective in addressing corruption and promoting good governance. The Vice President's comments underscore the government's commitment to creating a culture of transparency and accountability in public office.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang also emphasized the need for a robust financing system to support the mandate of anti-corruption agencies. She noted that sustainable financing would help protect these agencies from political interference and enhance their independence. This move would enable them to effectively investigate and prosecute cases of corruption without fear or favor.

“We must ensure also that we have sustainable financing for anti-corruption institutions to reduce the influence and enhance independence,” she stated.

Source: Lead News Online