Daniel Yao Domelevo, the former Auditor General, has criticized the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for its apparent reluctance to investigate a money laundering case allegedly involving Cecilia Dapaah, the former Sanitation Minister.
His concerns come after over 100 individuals signed a petition urging Parliament to launch a bipartisan inquiry into EOCO’s handling of the matter.
Speaking on Eyewitness News on May 16, Mr. Domelevo pointed out inconsistencies in EOCO’s actions, emphasizing that the money laundering allegations clearly fall within its jurisdiction.
“Recently, when Prof Stephen Adei made an allegation of corruption and corruption-related issues against the Ministry of Roads and Highways, EOCO quickly investigated and cleared them, even stepping beyond their usual mandate. But now, with a case that falls squarely within their jurisdiction, they are refusing to investigate. This makes us wonder what is really going on with Madam Cecilia Dapaah,” he remarked.
“If you read the document from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), it clearly states it was a money laundering issue, which falls outside their mandate. If EOCO investigates and finds it outside their jurisdiction, we would understand. But they have not communicated this and instead refuse to investigate, despite their history of probing cases beyond their mandate. This is very concerning,” he added.
