The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has revived its investigation into former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Abena Dapaah following a formal request from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng announced the development at a press briefing in Accra on Monday, June 2, 2025, revealing that the OSP had uncovered strong indications of suspected money laundering and financial structuring in Dapaah’s case—offenses that fall outside the OSP’s direct mandate but squarely within EOCO’s jurisdiction. The case, which had previously stalled, has now been referred to EOCO’s new leadership for further action.
The reopening of the investigation stems from new evidence suggesting complex financial transactions that warrant deeper scrutiny. Agyebeng emphasized that while the OSP’s initial probe focused on potential corruption, the fresh findings point to possible violations of anti-money laundering laws, necessitating EOCO’s involvement. “The evidence before us raises serious questions that require EOCO’s specialized expertise,” Agyebeng stated, underscoring the need for inter-agency collaboration to ensure a thorough investigation.
Cecilia Dapaah’s case first made headlines in 2023 after reports surfaced of large sums of money allegedly stolen from her residence, prompting public outrage and calls for accountability. Despite initial investigations, the case had seemingly faded from public attention until the OSP’s latest intervention. The renewed probe signals a determined effort by Ghana’s anti-corruption bodies to pursue high-profile cases, regardless of political or social standing.
Legal analysts and civil society groups have welcomed the move, viewing it as a test of Ghana’s commitment to tackling financial crimes among public officials. However, some critics remain skeptical, questioning the timing and urging transparency in the process. As EOCO takes up the case, all eyes will be on the agency’s next steps, including whether charges will be filed or additional assets seized.
Cecelia Dapaah, who has previously denied any wrongdoing, is yet to publicly respond to the latest developments. The case’s resurgence reinforces the growing pressure on Ghana’s institutions to deliver tangible results in the fight against corruption.
