An Accra High Court has ruled that Kwabena Adu-Boahene, former head of the National Signals Bureau, will remain in the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for seven working days. This decision allows the Attorney General to complete the preparation of witness statements.
Case Adjourned to May 13
The case has been adjourned to May 13 for further directions. The court’s decision comes after the Attorney General opposed Adu-Boahene’s bail, citing concerns about potential witness interference.
Background of the Case
Adu-Boahene and his wife, Angela Adjei Boateng, along with two others, face 11 charges, including stealing, money laundering, and defrauding by false pretences. The charges relate to alleged corruption offenses totaling several million cedis.
Alleged Offenses
According to the charges, Adu-Boahene signed a deal with an Israeli company to purchase cyber defense software for $7 million, but allegedly transferred approximately GH¢49 million from the NSB’s funds into his personal accounts, falsely justifying the transactions.
Next Steps
The court’s decision to keep Adu-Boahene in custody for seven working days aims to allow the Attorney General to complete witness statements, including one from a potential witness not within the jurisdiction. The case will continue on May 13, with further directions from the court.
