The Press Secretary to the Attorney General’s Office, Benjamin Alpha Aidoo, has said the office is not under undue pressure to prosecute former government officials, but is rather carrying out a constitutional duty that requires balance, professionalism, and public accountability.
Speaking on Adom TV’s Badwam, he explained that public expectations for prosecutions and accountability are legitimate, but must be addressed strictly within legal processes rather than driven by emotions or pressure.
He stressed that the Attorney General’s mandate comes with responsibility and discretion, especially in handling complex investigations and prosecution decisions.
“There is a legitimate expectation from the public, but the Attorney General’s work is not about responding to pressure. It is about responsibility and due process,” he said.
Mr. Aidoo noted that many past and current cases often attract public interest, especially those involving allegations of corruption or misconduct against government officials.
However, he said the legal system requires time for proper investigations and the preparation of dockets before cases proceed to court.
He pointed out that the Attorney General’s Department, together with state attorneys, must ensure that cases are properly built before prosecution, stressing that rushing the process could weaken justice delivery.
“Day in, day out, many of these cases come with public pressure, but investigations must be thorough. Dockets must be complete before anything goes to court,” he explained.
He further clarified that the Attorney General, like other ministers, operates under a constitutional mandate but is guided by evidence and legal conviction rather than external pressure or political expectations.
According to him, prosecutorial decisions are ultimately based on legal merit, not public sentiment.
“The Attorney General must have prosecutorial conviction before going to court. It is not about rushing or yielding to pressure, but about ensuring that justice is properly served,” he added.
Mr. Aidoo said that while the public may demand swift action on high-profile cases, the integrity of the justice system depends on careful investigation and strict adherence to due process.
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