Ghana's Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has declared Wisdom Dogbey wanted in connection with alleged offences of defrauding by false pretences and money laundering. The agency announced this in a public notice on September 29, 2026, calling on members of the public to assist authorities in tracking down the suspect. The notice was published on EOCO's Facebook page.
EOCO urged anyone who knows the whereabouts of Wisdom Dogbey to report to its head office, situated adjacent to the Old Parliament House on Barnes Road in Accra. Information can also be submitted at any of EOCO's regional offices nationwide or at the nearest police station. The public notice did not specify the financial amounts allegedly involved, nor did it offer further details on the circumstances surrounding the accusations.
The EOCO announcement drew considerable attention on social media, with Ghanaians sharing varied reactions to the news. Some individuals suggested that rewards should be offered to encourage the public to provide information leading to Dogbey's capture. Others drew comparisons with different cases, questioning why certain individuals seemed to be shielded from accountability.
This development comes after Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, the Manhyia South Member of Parliament, justified his decision to drive away from the Accra High Court on September 23, 2026, after EOCO officials attempted to detain him. Baffour Awuah claimed that the EOCO official who approached him failed to provide proper identification or the legal basis for the attempted arrest.
Baffour Awuah's encounter with EOCO officials has sparked controversy, with some arguing that the MP's actions were justified given the circumstances. The incident has raised questions about the procedures followed by EOCO in conducting investigations and apprehending suspects.
The case against Wisdom Dogbey is currently under investigation, with EOCO seeking the public's assistance in locating him. The agency's efforts to track down Dogbey and bring him to justice have been welcomed by some, who see it as a demonstration of EOCO's commitment to fighting corruption and financial crimes in Ghana.
The declaration of Wisdom Dogbey as a wanted person serves as a reminder of EOCO's mandate to investigate and prosecute economic and organised crimes in Ghana. The agency's public notice is part of its efforts to engage the public in the fight against corruption and financial crimes, and to encourage citizens to report any information that may lead to the apprehension of suspects.
Key points
- EOCO declares Wisdom Dogbey wanted for alleged fraud and money laundering.
- The public is urged to provide information on Dogbey's whereabouts.
- The case has sparked significant public interest and debate on social media.
