Justice Minister and Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has pushed back against criticisms of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), insisting that the institution’s bail conditions for suspects—particularly former government appointees—are grounded in law and dictated by the gravity of offences under investigation.
Addressing Parliament in response to an urgent question posed by Tolon MP Habib Iddrisu on behalf of Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Dr. Ayine said the state has a duty to secure the presence of accused persons throughout trial, especially in cases involving significant financial losses to the state.
He explained that stringent bail terms are often informed by the nature and value of alleged crimes, noting that offences involving large sums of public funds require robust safeguards to prevent flight risks.
The Attorney General emphasised that any suspect who feels unduly burdened by EOCO’s bail requirements can seek judicial intervention for a review—a right guaranteed under Ghanaian law.
His remarks come amid ongoing prosecutions of several former government officials linked to alleged financial irregularities. EOCO continues to lead investigations, with heightened scrutiny on the agency’s use of stringent bail demands as part of its enforcement strategy.
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