Adu-Boahene rearrested over GWCL contract - Atta Akyea

Lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea announced that his client, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has been rearrested. Adu-Boahene is the former Director of the National Signals Bureau (NSB). This arrest comes shortly after he was granted bail in a GHS49 million cybersecurity procurement scandal.

Atta Akyea spoke to the press after an Accra High Court hearing. He revealed that the new charge involves secured internet services for another state institution. This service was provided to the Ghana Water Company.

He explained that national security supplied gadgets to help monitor water pipes. These gadgets allow users to see if pipes are being tampered with, even from home.

The lawyer expressed concern about this development. He urged that legal processes should not seem like a personal vendetta. He emphasized that Adu-Boahene deserves freedom to defend himself.

Additionally, the Accra High Court ordered the prosecution to file witness statements by May 20, 2025. Justice John Eugene Nyadu Nyante issued this directive to the Attorney General’s office. He raised concerns about the personal liberties of Adu-Boahene and other accused persons.

Justice Nyante encouraged the Deputy Attorney General to expedite the trial for a swift resolution.