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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
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
