Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, will report himself to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) today. According to sources close to the legislator, this follows a High Court warrant issued on Wednesday, September 30, authorising EOCO to arrest the MP. The warrant was granted after EOCO told the court that it had exhausted reasonable means of securing his voluntary attendance.
The development is part of an ongoing investigation into alleged unauthorised financial transactions at SIC Life Savings & Loans Company Ltd. Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, stated that the investigation concerns suspected financial loss, dissipation of public funds, and money laundering. The allegations remain under investigation and have not been determined by a court.
This is not the first time EOCO has attempted to arrest the MP. On September 23, EOCO officers tried to apprehend Mr Baffour Awuah at the Accra High Court. The agency had previously issued two invitations to the MP in February 2026. The MP's decision to report himself to EOCO today may help to ease tensions and allow for a smoother investigation process.
The High Court warrant issued on September 30 gives EOCO the authority to arrest the MP. This move by the court and EOCO indicates that the investigation is being taken seriously, and the agency is determined to uncover the truth behind the allegations. The MP's involvement in the alleged financial irregularities has raised concerns among the public and his constituents.
Dr Justice Srem-Sai emphasised that the investigation is ongoing and that the allegations have not been proven in court. The Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice also highlighted the importance of allowing the investigation to proceed without interference. The public will be watching closely as the situation unfolds and as the investigation continues.
The case has sparked reactions from various stakeholders, with some questioning EOCO's decision to seek a warrant for the MP's arrest. Martin Kpebu, for instance, has expressed concerns about the handling of the case. As the MP reports himself to EOCO today, the focus will shift to the outcome of the investigation and any potential consequences for the MP if the allegations are found to be true.
The MP's report to EOCO today marks a significant development in the case. Key points to note include the High Court warrant issued for his arrest, the ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities, and the potential consequences for the MP if found guilty. The case will likely continue to attract attention from the public and the media as it progresses.
Key points
- A High Court warrant was issued for the arrest of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah.
- The MP is accused of involvement in unauthorised financial transactions at SIC Life Savings & Loans Company Ltd.
- The investigation is ongoing, with potential consequences for the MP if the allegations are proven true.
