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Former Health Minister to face charges over Sputnik V and COVID Frontier cases- Felix Ofosu Kwakye
The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has indicated that former Health Minister Kwaku Agyeman-Manu will soon be taken to court over investigations into the procurement of Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccines and the COVID Frontier matter.
He explained that claims that no action has been taken against the former minister are not accurate.
Speaking in an interview on Joy news, Mr Kwakye Ofosu noted that the former minister has already been arrested and questioned by investigators from the National Intelligence Bureau.
He disclosed that the former minister was arrested some months ago and later released after cooperating with investigators.
According to him, two separate dockets have been prepared against Mr Agyeman-Manu in relation to the Sputnik V vaccine procurement and the COVID Frontier case.
“He was arrested and interrogated. He wrote a caution statement and investigations have been completed. Two dockets have been prepared in respect of him,” he explained.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu further indicated that the Office of the Attorney General is currently preparing charges and the former minister will be arraigned before court in the coming weeks.
He noted that the charges are expected to include offences such as causing financial loss to the state and breaches of the country’s procurement laws.
The minister added that although Mr Agyeman-Manu is currently not in custody, the appropriate security agencies are handling the matter.
“It is not true that he has not been touched and is walking free. He has been dealt with by the appropriate security agencies and will be taken to court soon,” he stated.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu explained that in many cases, suspects who are under investigation or even standing trial are granted bail unless there are exceptional circumstances that require them to remain in custody.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been informed by the relevant authorities in the United Arab Emirates that two Ghanaian nationals sustained injuries following a drone incident in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport earlier today, March 11, 2026.
Against this backdrop, the Government of Ghana has strongly condemned any act that endangers civilian lives and critical infrastructure.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today, March 11, such incidents pose serious risks to public safety and underscore the importance of ensuring the protection of civilians and vital international transport hubs.
Ghana’s Ambassador in the United Arab Emirates has led a delegation of the Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Consulate in Dubai to visit the two injured Ghanaians in hospital.
Their injuries are not critical and are expected to fully recover soon.
“We therefore urge calm as we continue to extend consular assistance and collaborate closely with host authorities,” the statement added.
The Ministry has revealed that they are closely monitoring the situation and will continue to engage with the appropriate authorities as required.
The Government of Ghana expresses its concern over the incident and conveys its thoughts to the injured individuals and their families.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates the Government of Ghana’s commitment to the protection and welfare of Ghanaian citizens wherever they may be.
The Government of Ghana is actively supporting ongoing consultations within the UN to pass a resolution seeking a cessation of hostilities.
According to the Ministry they are offering the necessary leadership and coordination with Ghana’s diplomatic Missions and will provide updates on the matter as and when the need arises.
Government has reiterated its call for Nationals in the Gulf region to always exercise heightened vigilance and comply with directives from Ghanaian Embassies and local authorities.
Ghana’s former President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has been appointed by the African Union to lead its Election Observation Mission for the upcoming presidential elections in the Republic of the Congo.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, by the Office of the former President, the elections in the Central African country are scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026.
The African Union Election Observation Mission will include members from several institutions, including the AU Permanent Representatives Committee, the Pan-African Parliament, the African Governance Platform, election management bodies, independent election experts, civil society organizations, and representatives of women and youth groups.
Akufo-Addo is expected to depart Accra on Friday, March 13, and return on March 18, 2026.
According to the statement, his role will be to lead the team in observing the electoral process and assessing whether the elections are conducted in line with democratic standards.
The mission forms part of the African Union’s efforts to support transparent, credible, and peaceful elections across the continent.
By: Jacob Aggrey
