The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Mr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has announced the arrest of Mr. Kwabena Adu Boahene, former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), in connection with an alleged $7 million money laundering scheme.
According to the A-G, Mr. Adu Boahene is accused of diverting funds intended for the procurement of cybersecurity infrastructure into his private accounts. The contract, valued at $7 million, was meant to strengthen Ghana’s ability to detect and respond to cyber threats.
The A-G revealed that Mr. Adu Boahene had signed a contract with an Israeli company, RLC Holdings Limited, for the purchase of a cyber-defense system software. However, instead of using the funds for the intended purpose, he transferred GH¢27,100,000 from the National Signals Bureau account to his private company’s account.
The arrest is linked to alleged financial misconduct involving the transfer of public funds. The Attorney-General’s office is expected to provide further updates on the case as it unfolds.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
