I ordered arrest of Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi over $2M payment – Attorney General

Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine has confirmed he ordered the arrest of Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi over a $2M payment probe, as investigations into financial irregularities continue.

Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has confirmed that he personally authorized the arrest of former Public Procurement Authority (PPA) Board Chairman, Prof Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi.

Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi was taken into custody by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) on February 23, 2025, at Kawukudi, near Nima in Accra.

He is currently under investigation for alleged financial irregularities linked to his tenure as Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructural Investment Fund (GIIF).

When questioned about the arrest during a media interview on March 3, 2025, Dr. Ayine responded directly: “Yes, I did.”

He further explained that during questioning, Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi admitted that a $2 million payment had been made for work that was never completed.

“We’re still investigating the circumstances of the payment and those who were involved,” Dr. Ayine added.

Despite the Attorney General’s confirmation, Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi’s lawyers insist he is innocent.

“We are absolutely confident that Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi is innocent of whatever allegations have been made against him,” said Kenneth Korankye, a member of his legal team.

He urged investigators to bring forward all evidence, stating, “Once they present their facts, we will respond accordingly.”

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