Accra Sky Train Case: Former GIIF Bosses Seek Bail Term Adjustment
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Lawyers representing the former Board Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) are currently seeking a modification to their clients' bail conditions. The core issue revolves around the requirement for the accused to regularly report to case investigators.
Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, the former Board Chairman, and Solomon Asamoah, the former CEO of GIIF, are facing trial at the High Court's Criminal Division. They are accused of causing a financial loss of $2 million to the state in connection with a proposed Accra sky train project.
Both individuals have pleaded not guilty to six charges, including conspiracy, willfully causing financial loss to the state, and intentional dissipation of public funds. They were granted bail totaling GH¢25 million, each with two justified sureties.
Specifically, Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi's initial bail conditions mandated him to report to the police once a week, while Mr. Asamoah was required to report to investigators every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Bail Term Variation Request
During a recent court session, the lawyers for Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi and Mr. Asamoah made an oral application, requesting the court to adjust the bail terms concerning their clients' reporting obligations. However, Justice Comfort Tasiame, presiding over the case, instructed the lawyers to formally file their application, providing detailed reasons for the Attorney-General to respond.
Next Steps in the Case
The case has been adjourned to June 24, 2025, for a Case Management Conference (CMC). During this conference, the Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, is expected to withdraw certain witness statements related to the case.
Prosecution's Allegations
The Attorney-General has accused Mr. Asamoah and Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi of transferring $2 million from GIIF's account to Africa Investor Holdings L, allegedly without due process. Further details surrounding this transfer and its connection to the Accra Sky Train project are expected to be revealed as the trial progresses.