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May 9, 2026
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Raymond Archer denies blocking lawyers’ access to Hanan and wife in EOCO custody
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Key Points
- EOCO Executive Secretary Raymond Archer has refuted claims that former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Abdul-Wahab Hanan and his wife were denied access to lawyers while in custody.
- The couple's legal team, led by former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame, alleged restricted access to their clients for over 24 hours post re-arrest.
- The re-arrest by EOCO followed the Office of the Attorney-General discontinuing charges against the couple, citing fresh evidence.
- This development has fueled legal debate concerning prosecutorial discretion and the handling of high-profile corruption investigations.
- Archer affirmed that EOCO followed all lawful investigative processes and protocols, insisting no legal rights were obstructed.
Why This Matters
This incident is significant for Ghana as it raises critical questions about due process, the rule of law, and the integrity of anti-corruption efforts. The claims of denied legal access, especially after the Attorney-General dropped prior charges, highlight potential issues in inter-agency coordination and the fairness of the justice system in high-profile cases, impacting public trust in state institutions.
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