NIB Detains Former NSA Deputy Director In Payroll Scandal; Gifty Oware-Mensah Reportedly On The Run

The National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) has detained Kwaku Ohene Gyan, the former Deputy Director of Operations at the National Service Authority (NSA), in connection with a major payroll scandal involving irregularities and the insertion of ghost names. The scandal, which has reportedly caused significant financial losses to the state, has also led to a manhunt for Gifty Oware-Mensah, the former Deputy Executive Director of the NSA, who is currently evading authorities.

Kwaku Ohene Gyan, popularly known as Osonoba, was arrested on the evening of Saturday, February 22, 2025, and is currently being held at the NIB offices for questioning. Sources within the government indicate that the investigation centers on allegations of ghost names being added to the NSA payroll, a scheme that has siphoned substantial public funds.

Meanwhile, Gifty Oware-Mensah, another key figure implicated in the scandal, has reportedly gone into hiding. Authorities are intensifying efforts to locate and apprehend her for questioning as part of the ongoing probe. Her disappearance has added a layer of complexity to the investigation, with security agencies ramping up surveillance and intelligence operations to track her down.

Ohene Gyan’s legal team is expected to meet with him soon to discuss the case and explore legal avenues for his release. The arrest marks a significant development in the government’s broader anti-corruption campaign, which has seen several high-profile figures detained in recent months.

This latest scandal follows the recent detention of Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, the former Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), who was implicated in the $2 million Sky Train scandal. The government’s crackdown on corruption appears to be gaining momentum, with increased scrutiny on public institutions and officials accused of malfeasance.

The NSA payroll scandal has raised serious concerns about the integrity of public financial management systems and the need for stronger oversight mechanisms to prevent such fraudulent activities. As investigations continue, the public awaits further details on the extent of the irregularities and the potential recovery of lost funds.

As the government intensifies its anti-corruption efforts, this case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of transparency, accountability, and robust systems to safeguard public resources. The outcome of the investigation will be closely watched, as it could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future.

Source: GhanaFeed.Com