Accra, March 5, 2025 – Former Deputy Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware Mensah, has returned to Ghana as investigations into a ghost names scandal at the NSA intensify.
Reports indicate that Oware Mensah, who had been in the United States since the 2024 elections, arrived on Tuesday afternoon and was met by family members at the airport.
Her return follows reports that the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) had been seeking her arrest in connection with the scandal. It also comes shortly after the detention of Former Deputy Director of Operations at the NSA, Kwaku Ohene Gyan, also known as Osonoba, by the NIB.
The National Service Scandal: What We Know So Far
The ghost names scandal at the NSA involves fraudulent payments made to non-existent personnel on the National Service payroll.
🔍 Key Allegations:
- Thousands of fake names were allegedly inserted into the system.
- Payments meant for genuine National Service personnel were diverted.
- The scheme resulted in significant financial losses to the state.
Preliminary investigations suggest that some NSA officials may have facilitated the fraudulent scheme. The scandal has triggered public outcry, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability in the administration of the National Service Scheme, which enrolls thousands of graduates annually.
What Happens Next?
While Oware Mensah’s role in the scandal remains unclear, her return suggests she may face legal proceedings or further questioning by security agencies.
Authorities are expected to intensify investigations as they work to unravel the full extent of the fraud. The case remains under close watch, with pressure mounting for swift prosecutions and systemic reforms.
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