In a response to recent reports, the Office of the President has officially denied claims that former President John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) to investigate the official air travels of President Nana Akufo-Addo during his time in office.
The story, which initially surfaced o reports n Asaase Radio Online alleging John Mahama’s involvement in the investigation, has since sparked heated debates about transparency and the use of state resources.
Asaase Radio confirmed on Friday afternoon that Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, the Chief of Staff, had been contacted by the NIB for assistance in an ongoing inquiry related to the former president’s official air travels.
However, in a subsequent statement, government sources clarified that the investigation is part of broader efforts to ensure accountability in the management of state resources and to promote good governance.
“The investigation is not targeting the former president personally,” a senior government official emphasized. “It is about ensuring that public funds were used responsibly and efficiently during his time in office.”
The claim that John Mahama had specifically ordered the NIB to investigate Akufo-Addo’s travels was quickly refuted.
Sources close to President John Mahama, while denying any involvement, have suggested that the investigation may be a politically charged move.
“This is a clear case of political witch-hunting,” one source, familiar with Mahama’s camp, claimed. “The former president’s official travels followed all the required protocols and procedures, and there is no basis for such an inquiry.”
At the center of the issue lies the question of the investigation’s scope.
While the details of the NIB’s probe remain unclear, speculation is rife about whether it will examine only specific trips made by Akufo-Addo or encompass all of his travels during his presidency.
As of now, the NIB has not made any public statements regarding the inquiry, leaving room for further uncertainty and speculation.
–BY Daniel Bampoe
