NPP loyalist Patrick Kwarteng Sarpong has launched a scathing attack on Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, describing him as “very lazy.”
He accused Agyebeng of playing to the gallery and relying on mere theatrics since assuming office.
Sarpong also dismissed the Special Prosecutor’s approach to the case, asserting that he “majors in the minors.”
He argued that Agyebeng appears to believe that his position grants him unchecked authority.
“Where from this new release about Ken Ofori-Atta? What sense does this make? The man, through his lawyers, has given you the date he would respond to your invitation or summons or whatever you call it.”
“It is not as though he has reneged on his word for which reason your threats would have been justified. You just want to flex your weak muscles. In case you think you are the law, you better snap out of your delusions of grandeur. You are not Ghana’s constitution. You are just like everyone else.”
Patrick Kwarteng Sarpong
Sarpong contended that the initial public optimism surrounding Agyebeng’s appointment has faded due to what he sees as inefficiency and ineffectiveness.
He lamented that the Special Prosecutor has failed to deliver any tangible results.
According to him, Agyebeng has become a financial burden on taxpayers without demonstrating any meaningful progress. “You have achieved absolutely nothing as the Special Prosecutor. You are just wasting our money on frivolities.”
He raised concerns about the level of funding the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has received to date and challenged the institution to account for the tangible outcomes achieved with the allocated resources.
He emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, arguing that the public deserves to know whether the OSP’s efforts have yielded meaningful results in combating corruption.
Sarpong further criticized the perceived inefficiency of the office, stating that its expenditure may, in some cases, be more wasteful than the financial mismanagement it seeks to investigate.
He pointed out that without clear, measurable progress, the OSP risks undermining its own credibility and public trust.
His criticism follows the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) acknowledgment of a lawsuit filed by former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta.
Ofori-Atta is contesting the OSP’s earlier declaration that he was a wanted person and a fugitive from justice.
Questions Over Legal Strategy and Impact
Additionally, Patrick Sarpong argued that Ofori-Atta has the legal right to refuse cooperation upon his return from his trip, raising concerns about the OSP’s approach to handling cases.
He criticized the office for prioritizing public statements over securing actual convictions, suggesting that its reliance on media engagements undermines its credibility.
He pointed out that despite years in operation, the Special Prosecutor has yet to successfully prosecute a single high-profile case, describing the office’s actions as more rhetorical than results-driven.
His remarks highlight a broader concern about the effectiveness of the OSP, which, despite its mandate to combat corruption, has struggled to deliver tangible legal victories.
Sarpong urged Agyebeng to back his claims with legal action rather than what he termed “populist rhetoric.”
“If you have any tangible evidence that Ken Ofori-Atta has done something wrong against the state, you don’t need him to appear before you personally, just go to court with it. We are tired of you, ah!”
Patrick Kwarteng Sarpong
His remarks reflect growing concerns among some political observers and party loyalists over the effectiveness of the Office of the Special Prosecutor in fighting corruption.
Some have argued that the OSP’s focus on public messaging rather than successful prosecutions undermines its credibility.
As demands for accountability within Ghana’s institutions intensify, critics argue that the Special Prosecutor must either demonstrate meaningful progress in fulfilling his mandate or step aside for more effective leadership.
They contend that persistent delays and a lack of high-profile convictions have raised doubts about the office’s ability to combat corruption effectively.
The ongoing debate also raises questions about whether the OSP has adequate resources, legal authority, and political support to make a substantial impact.
Some believe that without these essential tools, the office will struggle to deliver results, while others argue that stronger leadership and strategic reforms could enhance its effectiveness in the fight against corruption.
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