The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has been arrested by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) as investigations into alleged financial and economic offences continue. According to EOCO, the MP voluntarily reported to its premises at about 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026. He was taken into custody after undergoing the required investigative and operational procedures.
EOCO said Mr Baffour Awuah is currently assisting investigators with the case. The MP, who is also Senior Partner of Sarkodie, Baffour Awuah and Partners, is being investigated over allegations including criminal conspiracy, financial loss to SIC Savings and Loans, money laundering and tax-related offences. His arrest comes about a week after an earlier attempt by EOCO officials to take him into custody at the Accra High Court on September 23.
Mr Baffour Awuah resisted that attempt, describing it as an “unlawful arrest” and an “attempted kidnap”. He subsequently sought refuge at Parliament. EOCO had previously stated that it invited the MP on two occasions in February 2026 to assist with its investigations, but that he did not honour the invitations. Mr Baffour Awuah, however, disputed the claim, explaining that the February correspondence related to his former role as Senior Partner of his law firm.
The MP's law firm represented SIC Life Savings and Loans Company Limited. EOCO said it would continue its investigations independently and in accordance with due process, while ensuring that the rights of all persons involved are respected. The Office will pursue all relevant lines of inquiry, examine the available evidence and afford all persons involved their rights under the Constitution and applicable laws.
EOCO urged the public to allow the investigative and judicial processes to take their course and refrain from speculation or drawing premature conclusions about the culpability of any individual. The Office said further information would be provided when appropriate and legally permissible. This development is the latest in a series of events related to the MP's interactions with EOCO.
On October 2, 2026, EOCO granted Mr Baffour Awuah GH¢50m bail with three sureties. The MP was released after meeting the bail conditions. The case has garnered significant attention, with many stakeholders calling for a thorough investigation and due process.
The arrest and subsequent bail of the MP have raised questions about the integrity of Ghana's parliamentary processes and the accountability of its lawmakers. As the investigations continue, the public awaits further updates from EOCO and the courts. The case highlights the complexities of balancing parliamentary immunity with the need for accountability in public office.
Key points
- The MP faces allegations of criminal conspiracy, financial loss to SIC Savings and Loans, money laundering and tax-related offences.
- EOCO had previously invited the MP in February 2026, but he disputed the claims, stating the correspondence was related to his law firm's representation of SIC Life Savings and Loans Company Limited.
- The MP was granted GH¢50m bail with three sureties on October 2, 2026.
