The Akyem Muosohene, Osaberima Dr. Owusu Bɛyɛɛman, has admonished the government to allow state institutions responsible for fighting corruption to work effectively in dealing with those who steal from the nation’s coffers.
He explained that corruption is a major setback for every country, especially Ghana, because when government officials engage in such acts, it becomes difficult for the state to mobilize funds to champion infrastructure projects for its citizens.
He emphasized that corruption is something that should never be entertained in the country.
According to him, whenever a new government takes over in Ghana, it often reprehend its predecessors for being aloof and allowing appointees to exploit the nation without imposing proper sanctions and vice versa.
This, he noted, it is time to put an end to this cycle of blame and instead permit state institutions to carry out their mandate so that those found guilty of corruption are compelled to return stolen funds to the state so they can be used for developmental projects in communities that need support.
Dr. Owusu Bɛyɛɛman stressed that once elected, a President automatically becomes a father to all. Therefore, if any appointee misuses state funds, they should be dismissed and arraigned before court to retrieve the money.
This, he argued, would serve as a deterrent to others, rather than waiting for a change of government before such individuals are held accountable.
The Muosohene believes that with this approach, Ghana can curb corruption and save enough money to run its own affairs without relying heavily on foreign aid.
He further stated that in the foreign democracies Ghana seeks to emulate, officials who misappropriate funds meant for national projects are asked to step down while investigations are conducted, adding that If found guilty, the state retrieves the money and punishes them.
The traditional ruler expressed optimism that, Ghana can adopt similar practices.
Dr. Owusu Bɛyɛɛman recalled that upon his installation as Muosohene, he told his people that he now belonged to the community, and anyone who flouted its laws would be dealt with.
He emphasized that government must adopt the same principle to ensure financial discipline among its appointees and protect the public purse.
By// Kontihen Kofi Oboh.
Source// Obohnewsonline.comm.
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