NPP demands immediate action over Ghanaian links to Asante Berko bribery case

New Patriotic Party (NPP) is demanding swift action against individuals allegedly linked to the bribery case involving former Goldman Sachs executive and former Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) Managing Director, Asante Kwaku Berko, following his conviction by a United States federal court. The NPP argues that Ghanaian authorities should rely on information and evidence that emerged during the US proceedings rather than starting what it considers another lengthy investigation. NPP Deputy General Secretary Haruna Mohammed stated in an interview with Citi FM, "People are named. These are known people. They should go and deal with them. But we have been told that they are going to investigate. Investigate what?"

Mr. Mohammed criticized the government's handling of the matter, arguing that President John Dramani Mahama must demonstrate leadership in dealing with corruption allegations. Mr. Berko's conviction by a US federal jury in Brooklyn on charges arising from an alleged bribery scheme involving Ghanaian government officials and a power plant project has renewed calls for Ghanaian authorities to investigate and prosecute individuals connected to the Ghanaian aspect of the matter. The NPP believes any delay in acting on available information could undermine public confidence in the country's fight against corruption.