The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has successfully retrieved GH¢79 million in proceeds of crime by the end of June 2023. In the previous year, EOCO had surpassed its target by recovering GH¢50 million compared to the intended GH¢30 million. These illicit gains encompass funds acquired through tax evasion cases reported to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and wealth obtained unlawfully, detrimental to state institutions like the Gaming Commission and the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA). EOCO operates under a five-year strategic plan to manage and recover proceeds of crime amounting to GH¢350 million by June 2028. Its jurisdiction includes investigating financial losses, money laundering, human trafficking, cybercrime, tax fraud, and other serious offenses. Empowered by Section three of the EOCO Act, 2010 (Act 804), the office is authorized to take action to recover such ill-gotten gains.

Commissioner of Police (COP) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, the Executive Director of EOCO, highlighted that the office's achievements extended beyond mere financial recovery. These accomplishments include rescuing human trafficking victims, raising awareness about activities that make individuals susceptible to economic crimes, and collaborating with law enforcement agencies to combat and prevent criminal activities. Emphasizing EOCO's pivotal role in tackling economic and organized crimes, COP Addo-Danquah stated that a cornerstone of their five-year strategic plan was partnering with the media to educate the public about the office's operations and sensitizing them to avoid criminal activities. She expressed EOCO's readiness to collaborate with the media in Ghana's crime-fighting efforts, and also highlighted international partnerships to bring criminals who committed offenses abroad but could be traced to Ghana to face justice.

The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, lauded EOCO's decision to collaborate with the media to achieve its five-year strategic objectives. Dwumfour recognized the role of media as a development partner and welcomed the partnership to contribute to EOCO's transformation agenda. Highlighting the complex and dynamic nature of economic and organized crimes, Dwumfour stressed the importance of collaboration, particularly with the media, in contemporary crime fighting. He urged EOCO to enhance the skills and knowledge of investigative journalists within the GJA to strengthen the country's efforts against crime. Dwumfour assured support for EOCO's mandate while maintaining the media's accountability role. Additionally, Stephen Raymond Dapaa-Addo, the Board Chairman of EOCO, announced EOCO's intention to establish an award for the best crime story published in the media, which aligns with the office's mission.