NPP demands immediate action over Ghanaian links to Asante Berko bribery case

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is calling for urgent action to address allegations related to the bribery case involving Asante Kwaku Berko, a former Goldman Sachs executive and Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) Managing Director. Berko was convicted by a US federal court in connection with a bribery scheme involving Ghanaian government officials and a power plant project.

The opposition party argues that Ghanaian authorities should utilize the evidence and information obtained during the US proceedings instead of embarking on another lengthy investigation.

The NPP contends that the case revolved around payments made to Ghanaian officials associated with the power plant project. They insist that the identities of the implicated individuals should now undergo appropriate legal processes in Ghana. Party spokesperson Haruna Mohammed expressed frustration in an interview with Citi FM, questioning why authorities were planning to investigate the individuals when the evidence was already available.

He further criticized the government's handling of the matter, urging President John Dramani Mahama to demonstrate leadership in tackling corruption allegations and other pressing issues facing the country.

This development comes in the wake of Berko's conviction by a US federal jury in Brooklyn, who were charged with charges stemming from the alleged bribery scheme. The case has reignited calls for Ghanaian authorities to investigate and prosecute individuals connected to the Ghanaian aspect of the matter. The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has launched investigations into the Ghanaian dimension of the case, including efforts to trace funds and assets potentially linked to alleged criminal activities.