Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah

Also known as: Mr Baffour Awuah · Lawyer Baffour Awuah · Mr. Baffour Awuah · lawyer and Member of Parliament Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah · Hon. Baffour · Hon Baffour-Awuah · Hon. Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah · Hon. Baffour Awuah · Hon. Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah · Mr Agyei Baffour Awuah · Nana Agyei Baffour-Awuah · Lawyer Baffour

Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah — Manhyia South MP charged with conspiracy and money laundering related to alleged GH¢9.85 million dissipation at SIC Life Savings & Loans.

2026-05-032026-10-30

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October 2026
4 OctDaily Guide
The Ashanti Regional Secretariat of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has raised concerns over the continued detention of the Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Lawyer Baffour Awuah, by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). …
Ashanti NPP Bares Teeth Over Baffour Awuah’s EOCO Detention
4 OctDaily Guide
Parliament has questioned the continued detention of the Manhyia South MP, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), demanding a clear legal justification for keeping him in custody after he voluntarily reported to the agency. …
Why Keep MP After Voluntary Appearance? – Parliament To EOCO
3 OctJoy Online
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has warned that the conduct of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in handling arrest cases, including that of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, could contribute to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) losing power wit …
EOCO’s handling of arrests could cost NDC power – Kpebu
3 OctJoy Online
Manhyia South Member of Parliament Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has thanked Ghanaians, the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), his parliamentary colleagues, family and supporters for the solidarity shown to him following his detention by the Economic and Organised Crime Offi …
Baffour Awuah thanks Bawumia, NPP supporters after GH¢10m bail
3 OctThe Chronicle
… Mr Afenyo-Markin also referred to the case involving the Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, who he said was targeted for arrest at a courthouse after appearing as counsel in a bail application. …
We Won’t Be Intimidated — Afenyo-Markin Fires Warning to Mahama Govt
3 OctJoy Online
Samuel Atta Akyea, lawyer for Manhyia South Member of Parliament Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, says justice has prevailed following the court’s decision to grant his client GH¢10 million bail. …
‘Justice has prevailed’ – Atta Akyea reacts to Baffour Awuah’s GH¢10m bail
3 OctJoy Online
Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has challenged prosecutors to prove in court that the allegations levelled against him constitute criminal conduct warranting a conviction. …
I’m above board, no dirt can stick on me – Baffour Awuah
3 OctThe Chronicle
… He cited the detention of the Manhyia South MP, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, after the MP voluntarily surrendered to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). …
‘Mahama government is a scam’ – Bawumia
3 OctJoy Online
Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says the detention of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah is aimed at showing him “where power lies” after he resisted what he described as an “unlawful arrest” by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). …
Baffour Awuah’s detention is about showing him where power lies after resisting EOCO’s ‘unlawful arrest’ – Oppong Nkrumah
3 OctJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview with JoyNews on the sidelines of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Delegates Conference in Kumasi, Mr Shaibu was asked about the continued detention and prosecution of the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. …
Investigations, arrests aimed at silencing opposition MPs – Ahmed Shaib

Politics

John Darko denies involvement in SIC-Equity settlement

The News

Suame MP John Darko has denied any involvement in a post-judgment settlement between SIC Savings and Loans and Equity Savings and Loans that allegedly resulted in financial losses to SIC, following questioning by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). His lawyers stated his role was limited to legal counsel for Equity's litigation with SIC and recovery of part of the judgment awards, with no involvement in the subsequent settlement or Equity's disposal of judicially attached land.

14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 14 October

John Darko denies involvement in SIC-Equity settlement
Suame MP John Darko has denied any involvement in a post-judgment settlement between SIC Savings and Loans and Equity Savings and Loans that allegedly resulted in financial losses to SIC, following questioning by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). His lawyers stated his role was limited to legal counsel for Equity's litigation with SIC and recovery of part of the judgment awards, with no involvement in the subsequent settlement or Equity's disposal of judicially attached land.
14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 13 October

EOCO grants Suame MP Darko enquiry bail in SIC investigation
The Economic and Organised Crime Office has granted Suame MP John Darko enquiry bail after he reported to assist with an investigation into alleged criminal conspiracy involving SIC Savings and Loans Company Limited. Darko, who is Legal Counsel to the Minority Caucus, previously said he would cooperate if invited to assist with the inquiry.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority Leader urges media scrutiny of public institutions
Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has called on journalists to intensify investigative work and hold public institutions accountable, citing the media's constitutional responsibility to pursue matters of national concern—particularly following recent narcotics-related incidents and after the Speaker blocked a Minority-sponsored motion for a parliamentary inquiry.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 7 October

NDC official claims he directed EOCO to arrest MP
Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary of the NDC and Deputy Director of Operations at the Office of the President, has publicly stated that he told EOCO to arrest Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. EOCO had been investigating the MP over alleged financial transactions involving SIC Life Savings and Loans, and a High Court later issued an arrest warrant.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Afenyo-Markin accuses government of selective justice against opposition
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused the Mahama-led government of using investigative and prosecutorial agencies disproportionately against opposition figures, citing the attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah and raising concerns about warrant procedures and his detention.
7 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 6 October

Afenyo-Markin asks Christian Council to intervene on arrests
The Minority Leader has appealed to the Christian Council of Ghana to intervene in arrests and detentions of citizens related to free speech, arguing that criminal sanctions for speech issues undermine public confidence in democracy and that affected parties should pursue civil remedies instead.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Techiman nurse granted GH¢100k bail in Ghana Jollof case
Salomey Awiti Bafoh, a 40-year-old nurse, was granted bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties by Adenta Circuit Court after being remanded for allegedly aiding 'Ghana Jollof' to distribute false information online. She had been in custody for three weeks following her arrest on September 12, 2026.
6 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Manhyia MP pleads not guilty to dissipating SIC funds
Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, has pleaded not guilty to three criminal charges including conspiracy to intentionally dissipate GH¢9.85 million in public funds, causing financial loss to SIC Life Savings and Loans Company Limited, and money laundering. The charges relate to alleged transactions involving SIC Life in 2024.
6 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Salomey Awiti Baffoe granted bail in Ghana Jollof case
The Adenta Circuit Court has granted Salomey Awiti Baffoe bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties who must be Civil Servants earning at least GH¢3,000 per month. She is required to report to Hansua Police Station once every two weeks and faces allegations of being an accomplice to TikToker Ghana Jollof.
6 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 5 October

Nurse Salomey Baffoe granted GH¢100k bail after three weeks
Senior Nursing Officer Salomey Awiti Baffoe, 40, has been granted bail of GH¢100,000 with two civil servant sureties after being held in custody for three weeks on accusations of abetting the alleged publication of false news on social media. She has pleaded not guilty to the charge, and her family has expressed relief and gratitude for support from the public and government officials.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP official cites Gbande admission as proof of selective justice
The newly elected NPP Communications Director Dennis Miracles Aboagye says NDC Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande's admission that he directed EOCO to arrest Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah confirms concerns about selective justice and the influence of political actors on law enforcement under the current government.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP director questions NDC official's authority over EOCO arrest
NPP Communications Director Dennis Miracles Aboagye has questioned NDC Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande's authority to direct the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to arrest Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, arguing that a political party official lacks the mandate to instruct law enforcement and raising concerns about the independence of state agencies.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC deputy admits instructing EOCO to arrest Manhyia South MP
NDC Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande has admitted instructing the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to arrest Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, saying the instruction was based on concerns about the MP's conduct and not related to his representation of nursing officer Salomey Awiti-Baffoe. Gbande argued that no individual should defy law enforcement invitations regardless of political position.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP charged with conspiracy and money laundering
The Attorney-General has filed three criminal charges against Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah over alleged financial misconduct in his handling of a legal case involving SIC Life Savings & Loans Company Limited. The charges, filed at the High Court's Specialised Jurisdiction Division on October 3, 2026, include conspiracy to commit a crime, intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, and money laundering, relating to allegations that he conspired to dissipate GH¢9.85 million belonging to the company in 2024.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Attorney-General charges Manhyia South MP over alleged GH¢9.85m loss
The Attorney-General has filed three criminal charges against Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah for allegedly conspiring with SIC Life Savings & Loans' then Managing Director in 2024 to dissipate GH¢9.85 million belonging to the company while acting as the firm's lawyer. The charges include conspiracy to commit a crime, intentionally causing financial loss to a public body, and money laundering.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof Oquaye backs NPP calls for stronger ballot protection measures
Former Speaker Professor Mike Oquaye has backed NPP First Vice Chairman Kojo Fosu Boadu's call for stronger measures to protect the party's ballots, arguing that the NPP's reliance on police to safeguard electoral interests has raised concerns. He accused the NDC of undermining electoral arrangements through what he described as intimidation and interference during elections.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP MP Awuah granted GH¢10m bail on graft charges
Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, MP for Manhyia South, was released on a GH¢10 million bail after being charged with conspiracy, dissipation of public funds, and intentionally causing financial loss to the state. The charges relate to a GH¢3.9 million loan facility that he was contracted to retrieve.
5 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
MP vows to continue defending nursing officer despite personal costs
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah says he will continue defending senior nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh, who was granted bail of GH¢100,000 by Adentan Circuit Court in connection with allegations of abetting the publication of false news on social media, despite the personal challenges he has faced in the case.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 4 October

Lawyer Kpebu criticises NDC appointees over EOCO conduct
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has expressed disappointment with the conduct of some NDC appointees, saying he did not support the party in the 2024 elections for them to engage in what he described as "nonsense," and alleged that some government appointees were misusing their legal authority. He warned that EOCO's actions could carry an electoral cost for the NDC.
4 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Kpebu criticises NDC appointees over EOCO conduct
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has expressed disappointment with NDC appointees, saying he did not campaign for the party to engage in what he calls "nonsense," and alleging that some government appointees are misusing their legal authority and damaging the party's image amid an ongoing EOCO controversy involving Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah.
4 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ashanti NPP criticises Baffour Awuah's EOCO detention as needless
The Ashanti Regional NPP has raised concerns over the continued detention of Manhyia South MP Lawyer Baffour Awuah by the Economic and Organised Crime Office, describing it as needless and an affront to the rule of law. The party cautioned President John Dramani Mahama, arguing that investigations must be conducted within constitutional limits and principles of natural justice.
4 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Parliament Demands Legal Justification for MP's Continued Detention
Parliament has questioned the continued detention of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), stating that his voluntary appearance should require clear legal justification for further custody. Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin cited concerns about the MP's constitutional rights and Parliament's independence, though acknowledged that MPs must be held accountable for suspected offences.
4 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Saturday 3 October

EOCO's handling of MP arrest could erode NDC support — Kpebu
Legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has warned that the Economic and Organised Crime Office's conduct in detaining Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah could contribute to the NDC losing power, arguing that the continued detention and handling errors could gradually erode public confidence in the government.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP granted GH¢10m bail on three charges
Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, Manhyia South MP, has been granted GH¢10 million bail with two sureties after pleading not guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit a crime, dissipation of public funds, intentionally causing financial loss to the state, and money laundering, including an allegation that he facilitated the transfer of GH¢1 million to the then Managing Director of SIC Life in 2024.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP vows to hold Mahama government accountable without fear
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin declared at the NPP's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi that the party will intensify scrutiny of the Mahama administration and defend democratic freedoms, saying it will not be deterred by what he described as attempts to silence critics. He accused the government of intolerance toward opposition figures and cited arrests of several opposition personalities as evidence.
3 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
MP Baffour Awuah granted GH¢10m bail on EOCO charges
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah was granted GH¢10 million bail with two sureties after pleading not guilty to three charges brought by the Economic and Organised Crime Office. His lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea said justice had prevailed and expressed confidence in contesting the prosecution's case in court.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
MP Baffour Awuah dismisses allegations as witch-hunt, challenges prosecutors
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has dismissed allegations against him as a witch-hunt and challenged prosecutors to prove criminal conduct in court, insisting he is "above board" and will continue serving his constituents and the NPP. He attributes the case to propaganda and says his support from Ghanaians remains strong.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Bawumia accuses Mahama administration of broken campaign promises
NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has accused the Mahama government of turning several campaign promises into "scams," citing failures on cocoa prices, automatic teacher and nurse posting, cancellation of teacher licensure examinations, and payments to collapsed financial institution customers. He also criticized the government's 24-hour economy initiative and questioned its abandonment of the Agenda 111 hospital programme.
3 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Oppong Nkrumah says Baffour Awuah's detention shows power
Ofoase-Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah's detention is meant to show him "where power lies" after resisting what he calls EOCO's "unlawful arrest," arguing bail proceedings should focus on flight risk and investigative interference rather than state detention powers.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ahmed Shaib accuses government of intimidating opposition MPs
NPP MP Jerry Ahmed Shaib has accused the government of using investigations and arrests of opposition MPs to discourage them from speaking openly in Parliament. Shaib claimed that a large number of NPP MPs have been invited by law enforcement agencies since the government came to power, describing it as a pattern spanning nearly 20 months.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →