Several key people linked to the National Service Authority ghost names scandal have escaped to nations that lack extradition treaties with Ghana, according to Felix Kwakye Ofosu. The Minister for Government Communications and Member of Parliament for Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese Constituency made this statement during a news analysis program on Joy FM. He explained the government is currently examining legal options to return these individuals for prosecution.
These individuals deliberately chose countries where Ghana cannot easily request their return through formal channels. They face serious accusations of financial crimes against the nation and must answer these charges through proper legal processes. The search follows President John Dramani Mahama's recent instructions to declare these persons wanted by authorities, identify and restrict access to their assets, and conduct thorough investigations.
President Mahama addressed this issue during his first State of the Nation Address on February 27, 2025. He revealed authorities discovered approximately 80,000 fictitious names had been added to the National Service Authority payment system. This fraud potentially cost Ghanaian taxpayers more than 50 million Ghana cedis each month through unauthorized payments to non-existent service personnel.
The administration has instructed the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment to create a new Legislative Instrument supporting the National Service Authority Act passed in 2024. This additional regulatory framework aims to strengthen management practices within the National Service system. President Mahama believes these measures will help prevent similar financial misconduct from occurring in future administrations of the program.
These individuals deliberately chose countries where Ghana cannot easily request their return through formal channels. They face serious accusations of financial crimes against the nation and must answer these charges through proper legal processes. The search follows President John Dramani Mahama's recent instructions to declare these persons wanted by authorities, identify and restrict access to their assets, and conduct thorough investigations.
President Mahama addressed this issue during his first State of the Nation Address on February 27, 2025. He revealed authorities discovered approximately 80,000 fictitious names had been added to the National Service Authority payment system. This fraud potentially cost Ghanaian taxpayers more than 50 million Ghana cedis each month through unauthorized payments to non-existent service personnel.
The administration has instructed the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment to create a new Legislative Instrument supporting the National Service Authority Act passed in 2024. This additional regulatory framework aims to strengthen management practices within the National Service system. President Mahama believes these measures will help prevent similar financial misconduct from occurring in future administrations of the program.
