The Member of Parliament for Akuapim North, Sammi Awuku, has urged security agencies in the country to carry out their mandate with professionalism and restraint, warning against actions that could erode public trust.
He alleged that some state institutions, including the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO), are unfairly targeting former government appointees over corruption-related investigations. According to him, such conduct risks undermining confidence in public institutions.
Awuku made the comments at the Leadership and the Law Series organized by the Law Student Platform on Saturday, April 18, where he called for neutrality in the work of security operatives.
“I have seen great senior members of my party, great distinct former appointees of the Akufo-Addo government, being treated like human garbage. Today, people work at the EOCO, work at the NIB, let your loyalty be to the state and not to individuals or just temporary occupants of political positions. Every appointee of President Akufo-Addo is under investigation,” he said.
He further urged members of his party to intensify efforts towards winning the 2028 general elections, stressing the need for reflection and strategic preparation.
“Colleagues, I want us to work towards 2028. As for lessons, we have learnt. The past 14 months or more, you’ve come face-to-face with how power in the hands of not-too-good men is being used. You were generous, you loved our nation, and you stood by our nation. But beyond 2028, we must be intentional about our power,” he added.