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Deputy Attorney General Dr. Justice Srem Sai says Ghanaians should have full confidence in the Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, because he will never initiate prosecution without strong evidence to support a possible conviction.
Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday, Dr. Srem Sai revealed that this principle is what gives him confidence and purpose in his new role, despite the intense public scrutiny and long hours.
“He will not go to court unless he has sufficient evidence to convince himself that there is something prosecution may be successful,” he stated firmly.
He was emphatic that Dr. Ayine is guided by deep legal principle, not political pressure or media expectations.
“He is a very principled man when it comes to law. He will not trade anything for the position of the law. He’s not going to persecute anybody,” Dr. Srem Sai said.
The Deputy Attorney General added that his own trust in the legal system and his acceptance of the role were directly influenced by Ayine’s character.
“I have known him for several years since law school. He taught me constitutional law, administrative law and natural resource law. So I know the calibre of lawyer and person he is.”
According to him, knowing that the Attorney General would always stand on the side of the law was reassuring.
“That is not to say that he is conclusive on the fact that you convict people. But that is the level of confidence we have in the case before stepping into court.”
Dr. Srem Sai admitted the job has come with heavy demands, especially given the weight of national expectations.
“I felt the weight of expectation of Ghanaians upon my appointment,” he said. “It’s not been easy, and I’m sure you can see from my eyes—hardly sleep.”
But despite the pressure, he insisted the integrity of the office remains intact.
“With that guidance, or the person who is leading the Attorney General’s department, I became very comfortable with the appointment.”
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