The National Investigations Bureau’s (NIB) “unacceptable conduct of investigations and abuse of power” has been fiercely denounced by the Minority Caucus of Parliament, which has demanded Kofi Ofosu Nkansah’s immediate release.
In a press release signed by Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh on February 11, 2026, the Caucus claimed that while looking into allegations that Mr. Ofosu Nkansah made on Sompa Radio 106.5 about purported scholarship payments, his rights were violated.
According to the statement, a communiqué issued on February 3, 2026, by the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama, directed the NIB to investigate the allegations and submit findings.
The Minority said Mr. Ofosu Nkansah initially honoured an invitation by the NIB on February 5, 2026, where he appeared voluntarily with his lawyer, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, but was later asked to return home without being charged.
The statement further alleged that on February 11, after being re-invited, Mr. Ofosu Nkansah was escorted by heavily armed NIB officers to his residence for a search before being taken back to the NIB office in Nima. The Caucus described the actions as excessive and politically motivated.
“As far as we know, Mr. Ofosu is at an unknown location,” the statement said, expressing concern about his access to legal counsel and describing the development as detrimental to democracy and the rule of law.
The Minority Caucus insisted that investigations must be conducted in a civil and dignified manner in line with constitutional principles, warning that it would not stand by while citizens are allegedly treated unfairly.
The statement also accused the government of diverting attention from pressing national issues, including cocoa farmer payments, unemployment, and the rising cost of living, urging authorities to focus on addressing the economic challenges confronting Ghanaians.
The Caucus concluded by demanding the immediate release of Mr. Ofosu Nkansah and reaffirming its commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting citizens’ rights.
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