In a dramatic escalation of a high-profile financial misconduct case, Attorney General Dominic Ayine press conference allegations cite Adu Boahen embezzlement scandal igniting myriad discourse in the public domain as lawyers of the accused release the statement.
Details of Adu Boahen Embezzlement Scandal in Ghana
Kwabena Adu Boahen, the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), finds himself at the center of a storm following accusations from Attorney General Dominic Ayine. During a press conference held on March 24, 2025, in Accra, Ayine alleged that Adu Boahen diverted approximately GH¢39 million in state funds, using the money to purchase over 20 properties, including 27 houses in Oyarifa valued at $295,000 each.
The Attorney General detailed how these funds, originally intended for a cybersecurity defense system, were funneled through a private company linked to Adu Boahen and his wife, Angela Adjei-Boateng. The couple was arrested on March 20 at Kotoka International Airport, with investigations ongoing into their financial dealings and asset acquisitions both in Ghana and abroad.
Adu Boahen’s legal team swiftly responded, issuing a strongly worded statement condemning the Attorney General’s public remarks. Represented by prominent lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea, they accused Ayine of undermining due process by presenting unverified claims to the media rather than pursuing justice through the courts.
The lawyers argued that the press conference was an attempt to prejudice public opinion against their client before formal charges have been filed, calling it a “media persecution” that threatens the integrity of the legal system. They further disputed specific allegations, such as Ayine’s claim that Adu Boahen flew economy class to evade detection, asserting instead that he traveled business class—a detail they say is easily verifiable and exposes inconsistencies in the prosecution’s narrative.
The Attorney General, however, remains steadfast in his position, emphasizing that the evidence uncovered so far is just the “tip of the iceberg,” as stated by Deputy Attorney General Dr. Justice Srem Sai. Ayine revealed that the Financial Intelligence Centre is actively tracking accounts tied to Adu Boahen and his wife, uncovering a complex web of at least ten companies allegedly controlled by the couple through Advantage Solutions Limited. He has also warned banks and financial institutions against facilitating any movement of the suspects’ assets, threatening prosecution for non-compliance.
Additionally, Ayine hinted at the possibility of a plea bargain if the couple agrees to return the allegedly misappropriated funds and assets, though he stressed that Adu Boahen’s detention would likely continue due to new intelligence received as of March 23, 2025.
Zoe Akyea & Co- Accused Legal Team’s Statement on Adu Boahen’s Embezzlement Scandal in Ghana
As the saga unfolds, public and legal scrutiny intensifies around the case, which has broader implications for accountability in Ghana’s public sector. Adu Boahen’s lawyers have vowed to fight what they describe as an emotional and politically charged campaign by the Attorney General, while Ayine insists that justice will be served through rigorous investigation and legal action.
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With properties in upscale areas like Mayfair Estates and even London linked to the former NSB chief, the case raises questions about oversight of state funds and the mechanisms in place to prevent such alleged abuses. As of March 25, 2025, no formal charges have been filed, but the nation watches closely as this high-stakes confrontation between the accused and the state continues to develop.
