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OSP responds to claims by Lawyer Martin Kpebu, details events leading to his Arrest
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has responded to claims made by private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu, following his arrest at the OSP premises.
In a statement issued by Sammy Darko, Director of Strategy, Research and Communication, the Office said Mr. Kpebu has a history of misconduct whenever he visits the OSP, often giving the public a different version of events afterward.
According to the Office, this is not the first or second time he has clashed with security officers performing their lawful duties.
The OSP referenced previous instances where Mr. Kpebu made public claims that later turned out to be false, including his statement that 16 petitions had been filed for the removal of the Special Prosecutor claims he later admitted were unverified.
The OSP said the confrontation that led to his arrest has nothing to do with the ongoing investigation into allegations he made against the Special Prosecutor.
It stated that he has repeatedly refused to cooperate with investigators, often demanding that certain officers be removed from the panel and then introducing new challenges after those demands are met. Despite these difficulties, investigators have continued with their work, the Office added.
In the statement, the OSP rejected claims by Mr. Kpebu that “junior staff” were handling his case.
It clarified that the officers working on the matter hold ranks equivalent to Deputy Commissioners of Police.
It also dismissed his assertion that “the OSP is investigating itself,” explaining that fact-finding committees are meant to establish facts, not determine guilt.
The Office compared this to misconduct cases in other institutions, noting that police matters are not investigated by fire service officers and vice versa.
Providing details of what happened on the day of the incident, the OSP said Mr. Kpebu arrived at the premises, parked outside the gate, and began speaking to journalists, a routine practice for him.
Security officers cautioned him not to block the entrance, after which he moved to a nearby food vendor’s spot to continue the interview. When he entered the compound, officers reminded him that taking pictures or videos on the premises was not allowed.
According to the OSP, he became angry, insulted the officers, and claimed he could act however he wished.
It stated that he referred to the officers and even the OSP leadership as “nobodies” who would soon be removed.
His behaviour, the Office said, led to his arrest for obstructing officers in the performance of their duties. The OSP stressed that the arrest was done without force and that there is no internal record of any assault or mistreatment.
The Office added that Mr. Kpebu was granted bail through normal administrative procedures. However, one of his lawyers allegedly refused to leave the premises, insulted officers, and caused a scene.
She was later escorted out without the use of force. Mr. Kpebu was then transferred to a designated holding area as part of standard processing.
The OSP said all procedures followed protocol and that he was not denied access to legal representation at any point.
The statement also rejected suggestions that the OSP had “fallen into a trap.”
It said the Office acted strictly within the law and that no amount of public influence, connections, or media prominence should place anyone above lawful procedures.
It added that similar behaviour at any police or intelligence facility would also result in immediate arrest.
According to the OSP, Mr. Kpebu is expected to report back to the Office at 11 a.m. today to assist with further investigations into the obstruction case.
A different date will be announced for the continuation of the inquiry into his allegations of corruption.
By: Jacob Aggrey
AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine has broken ground on a modern 1,500-seater multipurpose assembly hall and a secured main gatehouse for New Edubiase Senior High School, in the Adansi South District.
The project, being executed by local contractor AA Engineering and Construction, is expected to be completed within 17 months and forms part of the Mine’s 10-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan (SEDP) — a strategic framework for delivering sustainable development in its host communities.
Beyond the expansive assembly hall, the facility will house a fully integrated administrative complex featuring a dedicated sound room, a 16-seater staff eatery, and suites for the Headmaster and Assistant Headmaster, a bursar’s office, an 18-seater conference room, a 24-seater staff common room, six faculty office spaces and ancillary stores and washrooms.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, the Mine’s Director of Sustainability Management, Edmund Oduro Agyei, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to improving educational outcomes in host communities through impactful and sustainable investments.
The Edubiasehene, Guahyia Oduropanin Birikorang, commended the Mine for the investment, saying the project demonstrated that the company’s development agenda extended well beyond its immediate operational areas.
The Headmaster of New Edubiase SHS, Mr Christopher Appiah Mensah, described the intervention as timely and transformative, noting it would address longstanding infrastructure deficits, improve conditions for teaching and learning, and create adequate space for academic and social gatherings.
“This will greatly enhance administrative efficiency and improve the overall welfare of both staff and students,” he said.
The facility is also expected to boost the school’s capacity to host national examinations and major events, and strengthen its standing as a centre of academic excellence within the district.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
Stakeholders have been urged to help raise awareness and eliminate the stigma often associated with clubfoot, a treatable condition which occurs in children.
Parents are to seek early treatment for the condition while policymakers strengthen support for early detection, disability inclusion, and child health services in the country.
Clubfoot is a condition present at birth in which one or both feet are twisted inward and downward. If left untreated, experts say a child may face lifelong challenges with walking, which could affect education, employment, and social inclusion.
In Ghana, an estimated 1,000 babies are said to be born with clubfoot every year.
In commemoration of the World Clubfoot Day, marked on June 3 every year, stakeholders create awareness about the condition and, among other things, celebrate the dedication of health professionals who ensure children receive treatment.
In a release copied to the Ghana News Agency, Nana Afua Adutwumwaa Adjetey, Programme Manager, Ghana Clubfoot Programme, noted that many families were unaware of the free treatment available for the condition in Ghana. 
She observed that the lack of awareness continued to delay treatment for children who could have received prompt and life-changing care at no cost.
Treatment, she said, was provided free of charge for children under age five at Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG–Hope Walks) partner clinics across the country.
More than 9,000 children born with clubfoot had received treatment and care through the programme over the past 18 years.
“The treatment follows the internationally recognised Ponseti Method, which uses a series of gentle casts to gradually correct the position of the foot, followed by a brace to maintain correction and prevent relapse. When treatment begins early, success rates are extremely high,” Madam Adjetey explained.
“For many children, the journey begins with a health worker who identifies clubfoot at birth and makes a referral. A few moments of observation can change the course of a child’s life forever.”
“Clubfoot is not a curse; it is not caused by wrongdoing…it is a medical condition that can be treated successfully. Families should never feel ashamed to seek help.”
The Programme Manager said children born with the condition deserved equal opportunities, dignity, and inclusion, and called on communities to support parents rather than “judge them.” -GNA
