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DAG Accuses Aboagye Of EOCO Detention Lie

A fresh controversy has erupted within Ghana’s political and legal corridors after Deputy Attorney General Dr. Justice Srem-Sai alleged that Dennis Miracles Aboagye, a prominent political communicator, misrepresented facts surrounding his recent encounter with the Economic and Organised Crime Office. The Deputy AG asserted that Mr. Aboagye was indeed subjected to questioning in connection with an alleged ₵55 million transaction, directly contradicting earlier public pronouncements by the former government spokesperson.

According to GHOneNews report, Dr. Srem-Sai stated emphatically that the narrative peddled by Mr. Aboagye regarding his EOCO engagement was a deliberate obfuscation. “Dennis Miracles Aboagye lied about his EOCO arrest and detention, he was indeed questioned about the ₵55 million,” Dr. Srem-Sai declared during a televised interview on Monday. He maintained that the inquiry formed part of an ongoing financial investigation being pursued by EOCO and that due process was observed throughout the interaction. The Deputy AG further cautioned public figures against disseminating inaccurate information that could undermine confidence in state investigative institutions.

The allegation has amplified scrutiny on the circumstances surrounding the ₵55 million in question, though details of the specific transaction remain under investigation. EOCO has not released a formal communique detailing charges or outcomes, adhering to its protocol of confidentiality during active probes. Legal analysts note that such high-profile interrogations often intersect with broader efforts to combat financial malfeasance and ensure accountability in public resource management. The matter has thus become a flashpoint in the discourse on transparency, political communication, and the limits of commentary during pending investigations.

Mr. Aboagye has previously characterized his engagement with EOCO as routine and denied any form of detention, a position that now stands in direct contention with the Deputy Attorney General’s account. The divergence has sparked vigorous debate on broadcast platforms and digital fora, with commentators dissecting the implications for credibility, due process, and political messaging. Constitutional lawyers emphasize that while individuals are entitled to defend their reputation, public pronouncements must align with verifiable facts to preserve institutional integrity.

The confrontation between the Office of the Attorney General and a leading political communicator underscores the heightened tension between governance actors and opposition voices in the current dispensation. As EOCO continues its work, observers anticipate further disclosures that may clarify the scope of the inquiry and the veracity of the competing narratives. The episode is likely to shape public perception of accountability mechanisms and the responsibility of public figures in commenting on matters before law enforcement.

The unfolding developments will test both the resilience of Ghana’s investigative institutions and the appetite of the citizenry for factual clarity amid partisan contestation.

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Source: Office of the Attorney General
Author: Korkor Anumu

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