In a developing legal drama, the Ghanaian government is moving forward with charges against 15 individuals allegedly involved in a complex embezzlement and money laundering scheme. Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Justice Srem-Sai, revealed in an interview on Ghana Tonight on March 24, 2025, that prosecutors are meticulously building cases against suspects believed to have facilitated the diversion of public funds through a network of shell companies and real estate transactions.

At the heart of the investigation is Mr. Kwabena Adu-Boahen and his wife, accused of transferring GH¢16 million from a government account into a private entity, BNC, purportedly linked to the couple. According to government investigators, these funds were allegedly used to acquire 27 properties in Mayfair and Oyarifa, each valued at approximately $295,000, along with two properties in London, which are also under scrutiny.

Mr. Srem-Sai emphasized the government's commitment to recovering any assets acquired with public funds, stating, "This is about accountability. Let’s not politicise it." The state has initiated processes to seize assets believed to have been purchased with misappropriated funds.

Adding another layer to the case, Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, announced at a press conference on Monday that Mr. Adu-Boahen had been arrested in connection with a separate $7 million cyber defense system contract. These funds were reportedly traced to Mr. Adu-Boahen’s private account. Dr. Ayine further disclosed that Mr. Adu-Boahen allegedly attempted to evade arrest by altering the name on his airline ticket.

In response to the escalating public discussion surrounding the case, lawyers for Mr. Adu-Boahen issued a formal statement asserting every Ghanaian's right to a fair investigation, regardless of their political affiliations. "The power to investigate any Ghanaian for alleged criminal offences has no party colours. It must be carried out with professionalism," the statement read. They cautioned against trial by public opinion and called for adherence to due process, emphasizing that investigations should be based on facts, not propaganda.

Mr. Srem-Sai has also addressed concerns raised by Mr. Adu-Boahen’s legal team regarding what they perceive as prejudicial disclosures by the state, dismissing claims that the state is trying Mr. Adu-Boahen and his wife in the media. Speaking on Ghana Tonight on March 24, 2025, Mr. Srem-Sai asserted that the Attorney-General’s disclosures were carefully considered and legally sound. "We won’t entertain trial-by-media," he stated. "We’ve released only what is necessary to inform the public without compromising the investigation or judicial process."

The Deputy Attorney-General also noted that extradition procedures and foreign asset recovery processes are ongoing in connection with the alleged embezzlement and laundering of GH¢39 million. He urged critics to respect the legal process and advised those with concerns to utilize the appropriate judicial channels rather than resorting to the media.