The main function of the prosecution section is derived from section 10 (1) (f) of the Corrupt Practices Act (CPA) which provides as follows;
“The functions of the bureau shall subject to the directions of the Director of Public Prosecutions, prosecute any offence under this Act.”
Further, the prosecutors, may use their prosecutorial powers to prosecute any offence under any written law disclosed in the course of investigations of any alleged or suspected corrupt practice or offence under the CPA.
The section is also mandated under section 37 and Section 38 of the CPA, subject to the obtaining of a forfeiture order from the court, to recover all tainted property where a conviction has been obtained against a suspect.