Former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame has denounced the arrest of Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO). Mr. Aludiba was arrested at Accra International Airport on Saturday, July 6, 2026, while preparing to travel to the United Kingdom defying High Court permission for his trip.
Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Justice Srem Sai stated the arrest followed intelligence reports. These reports suggested Mr. Aludiba allegedly attempted to withdraw funds from a frozen bank account before leaving Ghana. The former NAFCO CEO faces charges of stealing and causing financial loss to the Republic. His arrest triggered legal and political controversy, with his lawyers arguing his rights were violated illegally.
This incident adds to Ghana’s ongoing efforts to combat financial irregularities and protect public funds. Cases involving high-profile public officials, like the GHc30 million EXIM Bank fraud case, frequently capture public attention. The government aims to show it is serious about prosecuting corruption. However, upholding due process and fundamental rights during these prosecutions remains crucial. These events shape public confidence in the judicial and law enforcement systems.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Top Story on Monday, July 6, 2026, Godfred Yeboah Dame, now Mr. Aludiba’s lawyer, distinguished his tenure as Attorney-General. He stated he never used his office to suppress citizens' fundamental rights or prevent travel. Dame challenged anyone to produce evidence contradicting his claim. “I, with all respect, served in that office, and never — I can beat my chest on no authority — never did I engage in such an act,” he asserted.
Mr. Dame strongly criticized the circumstances of Mr. Aludiba’s arrest. He described it as unlawful and vowed to pursue legal action for his client’s rights violations. He highlighted wider implications, stating that such conduct must not be normalized. These actions could potentially affect any Ghanaian citizen. The legal team is considering contempt proceedings against officials involved in the arrest and detention. This is in addition to the planned human rights enforcement action. These developments will likely fuel further debate on judicial independence and legal safeguards.