A Ghanaian legal expert based in the U.S., Prof. Kwaku Asare, as part of efforts to combat corruption has argued that the judiciary must undergo reforms.
He noted that while corruption investigations are possible, their success depends on a capable court system.
He believes that without such a system, the results are unlikely to be effective emphasizing that judicial reforms are crucial for strengthening governance and combating corruption.
In a Facebook post he said, “Without these reforms, our efforts will remain merely rhetorical, with no tangible impact on the fight against corruption”.
Prof. Asare proposed the creation of specialized Corruption Courts with the authority to address corruption cases within a fixed timeframe of a few months.
“This specialised framework would ensure swift, focused, and efficient prosecution of corruption-related offences, fostering accountability and serving as a deterrent to misconduct. Countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and several across Asia have implemented similar measures with remarkable success,” he added.
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