The Ministry of the Interior has begun an investigation into reports of alleged assassination attempts on the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, raising national concern over the security of one of Ghana’s key anti-corruption figures.
The Ministry announced the decision in a statement issued in Accra on Monday, December 8, 2025.
The move followed comments by the Director of Strategy, Research and Communications at the Office of the Special Prosecutor, Samuel Appiah Darko.
He reported that he had been handcuffed and assaulted by seventeen police officers.
According to the Ministry, initial discussions with Kissi Agyebeng indicated that the incidents he mentioned occurred before 2025.
The Ministry also noted that there is no record of any complaint regarding threats to his life at any police station or with any state security institution.
It stressed that the matter is being handled with utmost seriousness due to the security implications of such allegations and the potential impact on ongoing anti-corruption efforts.
The statement further explained that, if verified, such threats could undermine the work of state institutions tasked with promoting accountability.
The Interior Ministry has, therefore, directed a full investigation into both the alleged assassination attempts on Agyebeng’s life and the claim by Appiah Darko that he was assaulted by police officers.
The Ministry emphasised that crime has no expiry date and that all allegations would be thoroughly examined.
It assured the public that the findings and any resulting actions would be communicated transparently.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property to ensure Ghanaians can go about their lawful activities without fear.
Although details of the alleged attempts have not been fully disclosed, officials say the incidents were serious enough to warrant immediate attention from state security agencies.
The Interior Ministry confirmed the probe, stating that it is collaborating with relevant security bodies to verify the claims and assess the level of risk involved.
The Ministry emphasised that protecting public officials, particularly those involved in high-profile investigations, remains a national priority.
