The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) led by COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah successfully recovered over GHS232 million for the state in 2023.

This remarkable feat includes both direct and indirect recoveries from the proceeds of crime falling under EOCO's jurisdiction.

COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah expressed her appreciation to the entire management team and officers of EOCO who contributed to this substantial recovery.

Looking ahead to 2024, she outlined EOCO's commitment to enhancing recovery efforts and implementing awareness programs covering various aspects such as prohibited cyber activities, gaming, the use of social media, and cyberbullying.

The Public Affairs Unit of EOCO played a pivotal role in educating the public, conducting sensitization programs that reached a total of 130,294 students across different schools in the country. This inclusive effort targeted both female and male students, with 68,878 females and 61,416 males benefiting from these educational initiatives. These programs extended beyond schools, reaching regional levels, national television, markets, religious institutions, and selected communities.

EOCO's dedication to recovering illicit funds and educating the public on emerging issues reflects its ongoing commitment to combating economic and organized crime in Ghana. The substantial recovery in 2023 underscores the agency's effectiveness in safeguarding state resources and fostering public awareness on crucial matters related to cyber activities and financial crimes.