Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Majority Chief Whip in Parliament and MP for South Dayi, has said that Ghanaians are not getting value for money from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), sparking debate over how the anti-corruption body is funded and its effectiveness.
Mr. Dafeamekpor explained that one of the key reasons he and the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, decided to withdraw a private member’s bill to repeal the OSP Act was concerns about the institution’s performance relative to the resources allocated to it. According to him, the office has not yet justified the significant expenditure it receives, leading to public frustration over whether the sums spent represent tangible returns for taxpayers.
Dafeamekpor stressed that while the initial intent behind the bill was to open discussions on how Ghana’s anti-corruption architecture could be improved, the withdrawal does not mean the issues have gone away. He highlighted that many Ghanaians believe that despite the Office’s mandate to tackle corruption and recover stolen state assets, the results have not matched the level of funding it commands — raising questions about efficiency, execution, and measurable outcomes.
His remarks have added to broader national conversations about the OSP’s role and effectiveness, especially at a time when its activities — including high-profile investigations and legal actions — remain under public scrutiny. Critics have used similar arguments to question whether the institution’s value justifies its budget, while supporters defend its independence and necessity in the fight against corruption.
The debate comes amid calls from some political actors and civil society voices for greater accountability, improved performance metrics, and clearer communication on how OSP activities translate into recoveries, prosecutions, and systemic anti-graft outcomes.
