Accra, Ghana - Former Board Chairperson of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, and former CEO Solomon Asamoah are seeking a variation of their bail conditions related to the ongoing sky train case. Their lawyers have requested the High Court to modify the terms requiring them to report to case investigators.
The two prominent figures are currently on trial at the Criminal Division of the High Court, facing accusations of causing a $2 million financial loss to the state concerning a proposed sky train project for Accra. They have pleaded not guilty to six charges, including conspiracy, willfully causing financial loss to the state, and intentional dissipation of public funds.
The court had previously granted them bail with a combined sum of GH¢25 million, requiring two justified sureties each. Specifically, Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi was instructed to report to the police weekly, while Asamoah's bail conditions mandated reporting to the investigator every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
During yesterday's hearing, their legal representatives made an oral application to the court, appealing for a modification of the bail terms due to the frequent reporting requirements. However, Justice Comfort Tasiame, presiding over the case, directed the lawyers to formally file the application with detailed reasons. This will allow the Attorney-General to respond adequately.
The case has been adjourned to June 24, 2025, for a Case Management Conference (CMC). During the CMC, the Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, is expected to withdraw certain witness statements related to the matter.
Background of the Sky Train Case
The Attorney-General has accused Asamoah and Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi of allegedly transferring $2 million from GIIF's account to Africa Investor Holdings L, raising serious questions about the financial dealings surrounding the intended sky train project. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge during the upcoming Case Management Conference.