Private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu has highlighted Article 286 (4), stating that if the former Sanitation and Water Resources Minister, Cecilia Dapaah cannot explain the source of the money allegedly stolen from her house, she could lose it.

The article specifies that if the money cannot be attributed to income, loan, gift, or inheritance, then it is not considered hers, leading to its forfeiture.

While Mr. Kpebu acknowledged that the matter was not perfect, he expressed that the state recovering the money was not a negative outcome.

He emphasized the importance of investigating the case to address concerns of bribery and corruption, which are the primary suspicions of citizens. If there is no evidence but the source of the money remains unexplained, it could result in its loss.

Mr. Kpebu also stated that public commentary surrounding the alleged stolen monies played a crucial role in compelling the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to carry out its investigation thoroughly.

The public's expression of anger and discussion of the scandal served as an incentive for the OSP to work diligently, leaving no room for mistakes or delays in the process.