Former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelevo has attributed the growing corruption in Ghana to leadership problems, stating that the government’s failure to address the issue has led to financial losses and unequal distribution of state resources. He emphasized that the government’s responsibility is to care for its citizens, but instead, it appears to be prioritizing its own interests.

Domelevo noted that the appointment of incompetent individuals to positions of trust has contributed to corruption, hindering the country’s development. He expressed concern over the escalating corruption cases, citing his experience as a civil servant since 1991. He alleged that corruption has increased significantly since 1992, with figures rising from thousands to billions.

Other speakers at the conference, including Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe and Dr. Ekow Spio-Garbrah, also emphasized the need for leadership to take responsibility for corruption. Dr. Spio-Garbrah described the concentration of authority in elected presidents as a contributing factor to corruption, while Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe called on the Electoral Commission to ensure free and fair elections to protect Ghana’s democracy.

The speakers urged the government to address corruption and promote equitable distribution of public funds. Domelevo advised the youth to challenge the status quo and fight for reasonable distribution of public funds, while Dr. Spio-Garbrah encouraged the government to “break the stealing and stop the looting” instead of aspiring to “break the eight” while corruption thrives.