Lawyer Kpebu demands Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng publishes full legal-win record
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has renewed pressure on Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), calling on its head, Kissi Agyebeng, to publish a complete record of his legal victories prior to and since his assumption of office. The demand comes amid mounting public scrutiny over perceived lack of results against high-profile corruption cases.
Speaking on Adom FM’s morning show, Kpebu questioned Agyebeng’s competence and suitability to lead an anti-corruption institution. He asserted that the appointment process lacked proper vetting and described as unacceptable the absence of a track record demonstrating successful prosecution of significant cases before his assumption of the OSP’s mandate.
He pointed specifically to alleged inaction on what he described as five pending cases against a former Finance Minister. According to Kpebu, Agyebeng’s failure to pursue those cases underlines systemic weakness under his watch and raises doubts about the effectiveness of the OSP under the current leadership.
Beyond institutional criticism, Kpebu emphasised that OSP’s performance should be publicly accountable. He argued that if Agyebeng cannot demonstrate a solid track record, the legitimacy of the OSP’s mandate may be undermined. He called for transparency and urged for an independent review or overhaul of selection procedures for OSP leadership.
Many civil-society watchdogs and the public are following the unfolding demands closely. Observers note that while the OSP remains a key pillar in Ghana’s anti-corruption architecture, recent criticisms underscore the importance of both competence and outcomes. They argue that without credible results or transparent public reporting, calls for reform or leadership change may grow stronger.
As of now, Agyebeng has not released a public catalogue of cases he has successfully prosecuted or lost. The pressure from Kpebu and others suggests that such disclosure may soon become unavoidable, especially if the demand for institutional accountability continues to rise.
