EOCO's conduct is making NDC govt appear as an 8-year-old administration - Kpebu
He said that there is no way he will be convinced that keeping Baffour Awuah in custody helps EOCO's case.
Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, is set to face a court appearance this weekend as the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) strives to adhere to constitutional timelines regarding his detention. The MP is anticipated to appear before Specialised Court 2 at Commercial Court 5 of the High Court Complex in Accra, though the exact court and time have not been officially confirmed at the time of reporting.
EOCO stated its intent to collaborate with the Office of the Attorney-General to ensure Mr. Baffour Awuah appears in a weekend court, adhering to the necessary constitutional timeframes and procedural requirements for bail. This move follows Mr. Baffour Awuah’s voluntary handover to EOCO on Thursday, October 1, after the agency secured an arrest warrant from the Accra High Court.
He has since remained cooperative with investigators as the probe proceeds. According to EOCO, the investigation centers on allegations of criminal conspiracy, financial loss to SIC Savings and Loans, money laundering, tax offenses, and other related matters. However, the MP has contested some aspects of the investigation, including the nature of the transactions allegedly at the heart of the probe.
His attorney, Samuel Atta Akyea, contended that the transactions were the result of legal services rendered by the law firm on behalf of SIC Life Savings and Loans, and rejected the notion that such activities amounted to criminal conduct. EOCO has called upon the public to refrain from making premature judgments or baseless speculation about the guilt of any party involved, emphasizing that the investigation is still active and all individuals implicated retain their constitutional rights and due process.
The office has also refuted claims that Mr. Baffour Awuah had been granted GH¢50 million bail. The authorities have made clear that the public should disregard such reports and await official announcements regarding any bail decision. The impending court appearance is expected to dictate the subsequent steps in the legal proceedings, including the determination of bail, as the investigation into the allegations continues.
It is crucial to note that the allegations against Mr. Baffour Awuah have not been substantiated by a court of law.
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