Detention of Gifty Oware Mensah by National Investigation Bureau
Gifty Oware Mensah, former Deputy Director of the National Service Authority, has been detained by the National Investigation Bureau concerning payroll fraud allegations. Denied bail despite attempts by her legal counsel to secure it, her case follows the earlier arrest of a colleague. Oware had recently returned to Ghana after a holiday following the 2024 elections.
Recent reports indicate that Gifty Oware Mensah, the former Deputy Director of the National Service Authority, has been detained by the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) since March 7, 2025. Her detention relates to an ongoing investigation into payroll fraud that allegedly took place during her tenure at the authority.
Despite having been signed for bail by John Boadu, Ms. Oware was denied bail and removed from the National Investigation Bureau’s premises. Her legal team has faced challenges in their attempts to obtain information about her current whereabouts and secure her release.
Ms. Oware returned to Ghana on March 5, 2025, after a holiday abroad post the 2024 elections. Her attorney, Nana Agyei-Baffour, mentioned in an interview with Joy News that Ms. Oware had not received any prior notice of invitation from the NIB.
This incident follows the arrest of Ohene Djan, another colleague of Gifty Oware, who was apprehended by NIB agents in a highly publicized operation days before her detention. The developments in this case reflect ongoing investigative efforts by the authorities concerning alleged misconduct within the National Service Authority.
In conclusion, Gifty Oware Mensah’s detention by the National Investigation Bureau is linked to a significant investigation into payroll fraud at the National Service Authority. Her unexpected denial of bail and the subsequent challenges faced by her legal team emphasize the seriousness of the allegations against her. This reflects a broader scrutiny of public officials and practices during her tenure, especially following the prior arrest of a colleague under similar circumstances.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
