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Former govt appointees under investigation for alleged corruption

Here are Nana Addo's appointees under investigation for alleged corruption

Kojo Emmanuel by Kojo Emmanuel
May 21, 2025
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Several former government appointees are currently under investigation for their alleged involvement in activities that caused significant financial loss to the state.

According to sources within the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), these investigations form part of a broader effort to clamp down on corruption and financial mismanagement within previous administrations.

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The probe targets individuals who held key positions in the former government and are suspected of engaging in questionable contracts, misappropriating public funds, violating procurement laws, and authorising unauthorised expenditures during their tenure.

Below are top officials from former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s administration currently under investigation for various corruption-related offences:

1. Ken Ofori-Atta – National Cathedral, 4 other deals

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta wanted for corruption and related offences in connection with five controversial deals.

He is accused of causing financial loss to the state through his involvement in the National Cathedral project, a spare parts deal for ambulances, the GRA-SML contract, and the termination of an ECG-Beijing Technology agreement aimed at reducing distribution losses and improving the electricity network.

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Ken Ofori-Atta

2. Dr Ernest Addison – Financial misappropriation (Undisclosed)

The former Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison, is under investigation for alleged financial misappropriation. Although the full details remain undisclosed, National Security operatives raided his private residence at Roman Ridge on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

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Dr. Ernest Addison

3. Joe Ghartey – Sky Train scandal

On Monday, February 24, 2025, former Minister for Railways Development Joe Ghartey was invited by the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) over his role in the controversial Sky Train Project.

During his tenure (2017–2021), $2 million was paid toward the project, which never materialised. Investigators are probing the basis and approvals for this payment.

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Joe Ghartey

4. Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi – GIIF investigation

Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, former Board Chair of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) and the Public Procurement Authority, is being investigated by the NIB for authorising the release of $2 million to Africa Investor Holdings, the company behind the failed Sky Train project.

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Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi

5. Kwaku Ohene Gyan – NSS ghost names scandal

Former Deputy Director of the National Service Scheme (NSS), Kwaku Ohene Gyan, is under investigation in connection with a ghost names scandal at the NSS. He was taken into custody by the NIB on Saturday, February 22, 2025, and released two days later. He remains a central figure in the case.

6. Gifty Oware-Mensah – NSS ghost names scandal

Also under investigation in the same scandal is Gifty Oware-Mensah, former Deputy Director of the NSS. She was invited for initial questioning by the NIB on Friday, March 7, 2025, and is expected to return for further interrogation.

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Gifty Oware-Mensah

7. Dr Mustapha Hamid – UPPF embezzlement

The OSP is investigating Dr Mustapha Hamid, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), along with three others, for alleged embezzlement of GH¢1.3 billion from the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund (UPPF).

The other suspects include Jacob Amuah, the UPPF Coordinator, and NPA staff Freda Tandoh and Wendy Ashong Newman. The case was revealed at a press conference on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

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Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid

8. Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng – MIIF/Agyapa Deal

Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng, former Chief Executive of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), is under investigation for financial irregularities tied to the now-aborted Agyapa deal.

He has been asked to provide documentation and details to the investigating committee. His disclosure of a $12 million expenditure on the project has come under particular scrutiny.

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Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng

9. Solomon Asamoah – GIIF/Sky Train Case

Former GIIF CEO Solomon Asamoah remains in custody after failing to meet bail conditions in the ongoing Sky Train case. He is being prosecuted alongside Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi for allegedly authorising the transfer of $2 million in public funds from GIIF to Africa Investor Holdings for the failed project.

OSP committed to fighting corruption

Prosecutors accuse both men of willfully causing financial loss to the state and misappropriating public funds.

As investigations continue, the Office of the Special Prosecutor has reiterated its commitment to ensuring accountability and due process.

If found culpable, these individuals may face charges under various Ghanaian laws, including provisions relating to financial crimes, public procurement breaches, and corruption.

The government has assured the public that no one will be shielded and that efforts are underway to recover lost funds and strengthen institutional oversight.

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