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May 9, 2026
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Raymond Archer has made EOCO a one-man institution – Afenyo-Markin
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Key Points
- Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused EOCO Executive Secretary Raymond Archer of running the agency as a "one-man institution."
- Afenyo-Markin raised concerns about governance, accountability, and institutional balance within EOCO, citing excessive concentration of authority.
- These remarks come amidst the legal controversy surrounding the re-arrest of former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Abdul-Wahab Hanan and his wife.
- The couple's re-arrest, shortly after the Attorney-General dropped initial charges, has sparked debate over prosecutorial discretion and due process.
- Lawyers for the couple alleged denial of access to their clients, while EOCO maintains all procedures were followed during ongoing investigations.
Why This Matters
This article highlights critical issues of institutional governance, accountability, and the rule of law within Ghana's key anti-corruption agencies like EOCO. Allegations of centralized power and potential due process violations could undermine public trust in state institutions and the integrity of the justice system, impacting Ghana's fight against corruption and its democratic principles.
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- The Minister for Roads and Highways announced a full reconstruction of sections of the Eastern Corridor Road.
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75 Bank staff dismissed as fraud cases surge 48% – Bank of Ghana report
- Fraud cases in Ghana's financial sector surged by 48% in 2025, reaching 24,778, according to the Bank of Ghana's report.
- This increase was predominantly driven by the Payment Service Providers (PSPs) sector, which saw a 98% rise in incidents and a 95% increase in value at risk.
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