In the past week, Ghana has been buzzing with news of two high-profile individuals now considered wanted by the state. The recent actions of national security officials have sparked significant interest among the public, especially on social media.
First on the list is a man widely known as “Alhaji.” He is at the center of a major financial scandal involving a large amount of cash and gold bars. Reports indicate that national security operatives intercepted a stash of counterfeit U.S. dollars, Ghanaian cedi notes, and suspected gold bars hidden in twelve shipping containers at a warehouse in Sapeiman, Greater Accra. This operation, prompted by a tip-off, has intensified the search for Alhaji and his associates, particularly since two of the containers are still unaccounted for.
The operation revealed an alarming amount of counterfeit currency concealed in wooden boxes and cement. Additional findings included fake U.S. dollars hidden in plywood-sealed boxes covered with charcoal. Security officials also discovered metal boxes believed to contain gold bars, along with counterfeit uniforms and boots resembling those of the Ghana Army.
The second individual making headlines is Ken Ofori-Atta, the former Minister of Finance. The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared him a suspect in multiple corruption investigations. These cases revolve around the controversial National Cathedral project, Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML), and other undisclosed matters. Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng announced that Ofori-Atta is now considered a fugitive. He urged the former minister to return to Ghana immediately for questioning, warning that failure to do so could lead to legal actions to compel his return.
Agyebeng also dismissed claims that Ofori-Atta had left the country for medical treatment, asserting that he must cooperate with ongoing investigations. He refuted reports suggesting that the OSP had raided Ofori-Atta’s residence, alleging that the former minister orchestrated the incident to mislead the public.
Both Alhaji and Ofori-Atta are now under intense scrutiny as the Ghanaian government ramps up its efforts to address financial misconduct. These developments have captured the attention of both the local and international communities, as many watch closely to see how the situation unfolds.
