Barely a week ago, the Ghanaian state security officials launched a manhunt for individuals believed to have violated the laws of the republic.

The development has sparked interest among Ghanaians, particularly on social media, where users have been actively discussing the activities of two high-profile individuals now wanted by the state.

National Security pursues Alhaji over a stash of cash and gold bars

Among those being pursued is an unidentified man, widely referred to as "Alhaji," who has been at the centre of a major financial scandal.

Reports indicate that national security operatives intercepted a large cache of counterfeit US dollars, Ghanaian cedi notes, and suspected gold bars hidden in 12 shipping containers at a warehouse in Sapeiman, located in the Greater Accra Region.

According to multiple news sources, two of the containers remain missing, prompting security agencies to intensify their search for Alhaji and other suspects involved in the case.

The operation, based on a tip-off, led officers to the warehouse in the Ga South Municipality, where they uncovered an undisclosed amount of both genuine and counterfeit currencies concealed in wooden boxes covered with cement.

Additional reports suggest that more fake currencies, predominantly US dollars, were discovered hidden in boxes sealed with plywood and covered with charcoal.

Security officials also found metal boxes suspected to contain gold bars, along with fake Ghana Army uniforms and boots.

Special Prosecutor declares former finance minister wanted

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has officially declared former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, a suspect in four high-profile corruption investigations.

These include cases related to the National Cathedral project, Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML), and two other undisclosed matters.

Speaking at a press briefing on February 12, 2025, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng announced that Ken Ofori-Atta is now considered a wanted fugitive.

He urged the former minister to return to Ghana immediately to face questioning, warning that failure to comply would result in legal measures to compel his return.

Agyebeng dismissed claims that Ofori-Atta had left the country for medical treatment, insisting that he must cooperate with ongoing investigations.

He also refuted reports that the OSP had raided Ofori-Atta’s residence on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, alleging instead that the former minister orchestrated the incident to mislead the public and discredit the investigations.

Ken Ofori-Atta joins a growing list of former government appointees currently under investigation for alleged financial misconduct.

The Ghanaian public and international observers are closely monitoring these unfolding events, as the state intensifies efforts to bring the suspects to justice.

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