Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) performance, raising concerns about whether Ghanaians are getting value for the substantial public funds allocated to the institution.
Speaking during parliamentary discussions on budget allocations on Thursday, December 4, 2025, Bagbin said the OSP was created to enhance Ghana’s fight against corruption. Yet, its outcomes have not justified the significant investments made.
“There are some agencies, this morning, I heard you talking about one of them, that is the OSP. And if you recall, during the deliberation on the OSP, a number of us stated on the floor of this House that there’s no constitutional basis, but we wanted to signal to the world that we are going to fight corruption,” he said.
The Speaker argued that Parliament must be more intentional about approving funds for institutions when expected results are not being delivered.
He emphasised that Ghana’s limited national resources must be used efficiently, especially during a period of economic hardship.
Bagbin noted that although the OSP enjoyed significant goodwill when it was established, its performance has not reflected the level of financial support it continues to receive.
“At the end of the day, we have seen the results, and we cannot continue to allocate those huge sums to the same office when we are not getting the results.
“This is one of the agencies we should be looking at. It is getting almost the same amount as the Attorney General’s Department,” Bagbin said.
He urged Members of Parliament to confront the matter head-on to ensure responsible spending of public funds.
“Please, let’s face the bull by the horns and make sure the right thing is done. And so I agree with the Majority leader, and as we go through this, the Minister for Finance… I think the Majority leader will take note of it and apprise them of the discussions,” he added.
Bagbin’s remarks come amid growing public debate over the OSP’s productivity, its high-profile investigations, and whether the office has secured meaningful outcomes since its establishment.
While the OSP has launched several notable probes, critics argue that the lack of successful prosecutions continues to cast doubt on its effectiveness.
