The Volta Regional House of Chiefs has issued a strong statement expressing concern over the conduct of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in matters involving the Volta Region’s representative on the Council of State, Dr. Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple. The House described recent developments as troubling and inconsistent with the principles of constitutional governance.

According to the statement signed by the President of the Volta Regional House of Chiefs Togbe Tepre Hodo IV said the House has closely monitored EOCO’s actions and is dissatisfied with the manner in which the case involving Dr. Kwamigah-Atokple has been handled. It emphasized that the situation raises serious questions about adherence to due process and respect for established legal procedures.

The House acknowledged a recent ruling by the High Court, which determined that EOCO had acted without lawful mandate and had violated constitutional principles of fairness in its handling of the case. The Chiefs noted that the court’s decision was clear, decisive, and binding on all parties involved.

Despite the ruling, the House said it has taken note of allegations by Dr. Kwamigah-Atokple that EOCO continues to pursue investigative actions and has publicly questioned the court’s judgment. Such actions, the statement indicated, appear to challenge and defy the authority of the judiciary.

The Volta Regional House of Chiefs stressed that this conduct is unacceptable in a constitutional democracy governed by the rule of law. It warned that any attempt by a state institution to disregard court decisions undermines the very foundation of justice and democratic accountability.

The statement further noted that if EOCO was dissatisfied with the High Court’s ruling, the appropriate course of action would have been to seek redress through the appellate system. Resorting to alternative actions that seem to ignore judicial authority, the House argued, interferes with the administration of justice and erodes public confidence in the legal system.

The Chiefs strongly condemned what it described as EOCO’s posture in the matter, calling it a troubling affront to administrative justice and Ghana’s constitutional order. It reiterated that no institution or public office, regardless of its mandate, is above the law and must operate within the confines of the Constitution.

The Regional House of Chiefs called on EOCO to exercise restraint and demonstrate full respect for the authority of the courts.