Lawyers representing the former Board Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) are pushing for a modification of their clients' bail conditions, specifically concerning the requirement to report to case investigators.
Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, the former Board Chairman, and Solomon Asamoah, the former CEO of GIIF, are currently facing trial at the Criminal Division of the High Court. They are accused of causing a financial loss of $2 million to the state in connection with a proposed sky train project for Accra.
Both individuals have pleaded not guilty to six charges, including conspiracy, willfully causing financial loss to the state, and intentional dissipation of public funds. They were previously granted bail, totaling GH¢25 million, with the condition of providing two justified sureties.
Under the existing bail terms, Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi is obligated to report to the police once a week, while Mr. Asamoah is required to report to the investigator every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
During a recent court session, the defense lawyers made an oral application requesting the court to amend the bail conditions, specifically the reporting requirements. However, Justice Comfort Tasiame, presiding over the case, instructed the lawyers to formally file their application, outlining the reasons for the requested change, to allow the Attorney-General to respond.
The court has adjourned the case until June 24, 2025, for a Case Management Conference (CMC). During this conference, the Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, is expected to withdraw certain witness statements related to the case.
Prosecution's Case
The Attorney-General has accused Mr. Asamoah and Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi of transferring $2 million from GIIF's account to Africa Investor Holdings L. The details surrounding this transfer form a key part of the prosecution's case.
The public awaits further developments in this high-profile case concerning the Accra Sky Train project.