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Ghana's Minority Leader, Afenyo-Markin, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Sammy Gyamfi and others over alleged extortion claims, while also stating his readiness to submit to any investigation. The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) will assess the extortion allegations to determine if further investigative action is warranted.
The extradition of Sedinam Tamakloe to Ghana and her subsequent 10-year sentence have sparked debate, with some hailing it as a landmark for justice while others, including the NPP, see nothing to celebrate.
An anti-corruption campaigner, Edem Senanu, has labeled the findings from investigations into the 2023 African Games as 'shocking and staggering,' citing alleged financial irregularities and potential systemic lapses.
Ghana's High Court has ruled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) cannot independently prosecute cases, asserting that prosecutorial power lies solely with the Attorney General. This decision has sparked debate and the OSP has announced plans to appeal the ruling.
Ghana's Minority in Parliament plans to petition CHRAJ over alleged conflict-of-interest concerns regarding President John Mahama's use of his brother's private jet, though an anti-corruption campaigner has dismissed these concerns as 'speculative' due to a lack of evidence.
Anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu criticized the growing practice of political parties rallying behind former public officials under investigation, deeming it unhealthy for accountability and detrimental to state investigative work in Ghana.
The Chairman of Advocates for Christ, Edem Senanu, has raised concerns about what he describes as poorly drafted exemptions in Ghana's newly passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill.
Anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu has defended President John Dramani Mahama's decision to recuse himself from cabinet deliberations concerning the Damang Mine issue.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office has requested the lifting of immunity for 11 current Members of Parliament in Greece as part of an ongoing investigation into agricultural subsidy fraud, which has caused an estimated damage of over 19.6 million euros to the EU budget.
Ghanaian anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu has called for a more thorough examination of sole-sourced contracts under the government’s "Big Push" infrastructure program, emphasizing the need to focus on justification rather than just percentages.
Anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu accuses political actors of politicizing the controversy surrounding former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe–Attionu's whereabouts, while MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah questions the Interior Minister for proof of her incarceration.
Ghana's Parliament is embroiled in debate over the reconsideration of the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, with the Speaker directing a review of its passage. Discussions include concerns about the bill's impact on identity, human rights, and legislative processes, alongside claims of account compromise regarding a Majority Leader's stance.
Ghana's Attorney-General's Department announced its intention to take over cases from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), a move that has drawn criticism from the Minority and other commentators. The Deputy AG defended the decision while acknowledging the OSP's importance in fighting corruption.
The Minority in Ghana's Parliament has been accused of politicizing the Damang Mine lease procurement process, with anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu warning against premature allegations that could undermine public confidence, following earlier concerns about President Mahama's brother's bid.