Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed concerns over the conduct of former Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Abena Dapaah.
While he acknowledges that her actions may not be unlawful, he argues that such unethical behavior undermines public confidence in the government’s ability to safeguard public funds.
Cecilia Abena Dapaah is currently under investigation by the Special Prosecutor for allegedly having over 1 million dollars, 300,000 euros, and millions of Ghana Cedis stolen from her residence by her house helps.
In response to the approval of Cynthia Naa Koshie Lamptey as the Deputy Special Prosecutor, the former Minority Leader urges a review of the asset declaration regime to address incidents like these.
Haruna Iddrisu emphasizes the need to tackle graft and unethical behavior, even if not necessarily unlawful, due to the high office held by individuals involved.
He calls on Parliament to take action by revising criminal legislation and thoroughly reviewing the assets declaration process.
The lack of transparency regarding who possesses what assets and how they were acquired raises concerns and diminishes public trust, particularly when MPs and ministers of state are involved in questionable conduct.
In light of the situation with Cecilia Abena Dapaah, MP Haruna Iddrisu highlights the importance of restoring public confidence in the government’s commitment to ethical governance and protecting the public purse.