Key Points
- Eight suspects are now cooperating in the NSA ghost names scandal.
- Evidence suggests attempts to suppress the media coverage of the scandal.
- Investigations continue into the looting of state resources by top officials.
Attorney General Dominic Ayine has confirmed that eight suspects in the National Service Authority (NSA) ghost names scandal are cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
This scandal, involving the discovery of 81,885 ghost names, has led to widespread corruption allegations. Ayine provided an update on the investigation into former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, and his wife.
During his briefing, Ayine explained that the suspects have been interrogated and are providing valuable information. Their cooperation is expected to help authorities uncover the full scope of the scandal and bring those responsible to justice.
Former NSA CEO allegedly tried to suppress scandal
Ayine also revealed that Osei Assibey Antwi, the former NSA CEO, attempted to suppress media coverage of the scandal. According to Ayine, Antwi worked with a Ghanaian Member of Parliament to pay off media outlets in an effort to kill the story. This highlights the lengths to which some individuals went to conceal the corruption within the NSA.
The Attorney General further noted that they have obtained evidence of payments made into the accounts of NSA officials, vendors, and staff. These transactions are now being scrutinized as part of the broader investigation.
Fighting corruption and recovering state assets
Ayine addressed ongoing efforts to recover looted state resources. He referenced the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) report, which focuses on investigating the illegal accumulation of state assets. Ayine reassured the public that his office is committed to holding those responsible for corruption accountable and ensuring that they face legal consequences.
In conclusion, the NSA scandal has exposed deep corruption within the National Service Authority. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to emerge, with the aim of delivering justice to those affected and recovering stolen assets.pected to emerge about the full scope of the scandal, with the goal of ensuring justice and accountability for those involved.
