Attorney-General Dr. Dominic Ayine has suggested that former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau, Kwabena Adu Boahen, should remain in detention while his wife may be granted bail.
At a press briefing in Accra on Monday, March 24, Dr. Ayine disclosed that investigations have uncovered new information warranting Adu Boahen’s continued detention.
“I received a brief last night, and based on what has come to my knowledge, I believe he should remain in detention, even if bail is granted to his wife and other suspects,” he stated.
Dr. Ayine further revealed that bail conditions had been set at GH¢160 million with justified sureties, and authorities were verifying property documents submitted by associates of the suspects.
He also warned banks against facilitating transactions involving accounts linked to Adu Boahen and his wife, stressing that financial institutions and their managers would be held liable if they failed to comply.
“Investigations show that funds, believed to be proceeds of crime, have been transferred under suspicious circumstances through accounts linked to companies associated with the suspect,” he disclosed.
According to the Attorney-General, authorities are monitoring multiple bank accounts and tracking approximately ten companies linked to Adu Boahen.
“We are watching all transactions in real time. Any attempt to move assets will lead to arrests and prosecutions,” he warned.
Dr. Ayine also suggested that Adu Boahen may have acquired a second citizenship, citing intelligence that he holds multiple service passports. The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) is investigating reports that he possesses a foreign passport.
Adu Boahen was arrested by EOCO officials on Thursday, March 20, 2025, upon his arrival in Ghana from London Heathrow. His arrest has sparked political controversy, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin condemning the move as politically motivated.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin argued that Adu Boahen’s detention sets a dangerous precedent and undermines the principles of justice and fairness.
