Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the chairman of the new government’s Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL), has revealed that he receives daily threats from opponents of the operation.
The lawmaker, who has been at the forefront of the fight against corruption, told Blessed Sogah on Joy News' PM Express on Monday, January 13, that "threats have become a daily feature, but we have tough skin and we know the Good Lord will protect us."
He added, "I have been subjected to a lot of propaganda, fake news, and people just trying to demonise me." Despite the threats, he said, "We remain unaffected; we are resolute and focused."
Mr Ablakwa reaffirmed the commitment of the committee to tackling corruption and recovering stolen state assets from the previous government.
ORAL is an initiative by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government aimed at identifying, investigating, and recovering state assets believed to have been stolen by members of the former Akufo-Addo administration. Allegations include the theft of lands, revenues, vehicles, and dubious contract deals.
The committee has received numerous suspected cases, which are currently under investigation. The findings will be presented to the Attorney General for possible legal action and prosecution.
Meanwhile, the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), which exited power a week ago, has raised concerns that ORAL has no legal basis to conduct such an operation.
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