Manhyia South MP pleads not guilty to causing financial loss to public purse of over GHc9M
Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah also denies conspiracy and money laundering charges.
Parliament has raised concerns over the continued detention of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), questioning the circumstances and the rights involved. In a statement, Parliament expressed concern about the need and proportionality of keeping the legislator in custody after he had voluntarily reported to the anti-graft agency and cooperated with the investigation.
They emphasized that while Members of Parliament are not above the law, constitutional safeguards are in place to protect the independence of Parliament and the mandate of the people they represent.
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- Manhyia South MP granted GH¢10m bail over alleged financial offences thechronicle.com.gh
