The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) in Ghana has charged four public officials with corruption-related offenses. The accused individuals are Issah Seidu, James Keck Osei, John Abban, and Peter Archibold Hyde.
Allegations
The four officials allegedly conspired to hijack ten containers of imported rice at Tema Port. The rice was imported from Thailand in 2022, and customs duties were reportedly paid. However, Seidu allegedly used fake documents and a letter falsely issued from the Office of the Vice President to claim the goods.
Roles of the Accused
– Issah Seidu: Works with the National Insurance Commission
– James Keck Osei: Former Director at the Vice President’s Secretariat
– John Abban and Peter Archibold Hyde: Senior Customs officials
Court Proceedings
The four accused individuals are scheduled to appear in court on June 27, 2025. The case will likely draw significant attention given the alleged involvement of high-ranking officials and the serious nature of the corruption charges.