In a significant legal development, a former high-ranking intelligence officer and three others have been brought before the high court in Accra for their alleged roles in a multimillion-cedi fraud scheme. The individuals, including Kwabena Adu Boahene, a former director at the National Signals Bureau under Ghana’s national security framework, face ten criminal charges. These charges range from stealing and causing financial loss to the state to money laundering.
According to the charge sheet from the Attorney General’s Department, Adu Boahene is accused of diverting GHC49.1 million intended for procuring a cyber-defence system for the Republic of Ghana between February and March of 2020. Instead of acquiring the promised system, the prosecution alleges that the funds were misappropriated for private use. A substantial portion of these funds was allegedly funnelled through Advantage Solutions Ltd, a company reportedly connected to the accused parties.
The accused includes Adu Boahene’s wife, Angela Adjei Boateng, who faces charges of conspiracy to steal and exploiting a public office for profit. Additionally, Mildred Donkor and Advantage Solutions Ltd. are charged with conspiracy and money laundering offences.
The Attorney General’s office stated, “The accused persons acted together to misappropriate state funds and launder the proceeds through various investment channels.”
This case highlights the growing concern among Ghanaians about the misuse of public office and the ongoing challenge of corruption, especially within sensitive state institutions.
The four accused have been formally charged and are expected to appear in court as the legal proceedings continue.
Source: https://asaaseradio.com/
