
The National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) has taken significant action in the ongoing investigation into the ghost names payroll scandal at the National Service Authority (NSA). Yaw Danso, an accountant with the NSA, has been apprehended for his alleged involvement in the fraudulent operation. As someone responsible for managing payments, Danso is suspected of playing a key role in the scam, which has led to substantial financial losses for the government.
The investigation has already led to the arrest of Kwaku Ohene Gyan, the former Deputy Director of Operations at the NSA, who was detained on February 22, 2025. However, Gifty Oware-Mensah, a former Deputy Executive Director of the NSA, remains at large, with law enforcement agencies actively searching for her. The investigation is intensifying, with several senior officials under scrutiny for their possible involvement in the scandal.
Danso’s detention is part of a broader government-led anti-corruption initiative. Recently, Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, the former Chair of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund, was arrested in connection with the controversial $2 million Sky Train project. These actions demonstrate the government’s commitment to tackling corruption and ensuring accountability in public office.
Currently held at the NIB’s headquarters, Danso is being interrogated as investigators attempt to determine the full scope of the payroll scam. The goal is to identify others connected to the network of corruption within the NSA and bring them to justice. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to uncover the extent of the fraud and the individuals involved.
The ghost names payroll scandal has significant implications for the NSA and the government as a whole. The financial losses incurred are substantial, and the reputations of those involved have been severely damaged. The investigation’s outcome will likely have far-reaching consequences, with potential repercussions for those found guilty of corruption. The government’s anti-corruption efforts will be closely watched, with many expecting decisive action to be taken against those responsible.
The arrest of Yaw Danso and the ongoing investigation into the ghost names payroll scandal demonstrate the government’s commitment to tackling corruption. As the investigation continues, it is essential to ensure that all those involved are held accountable and that measures are put in place to prevent similar scandals from occurring in the future. The outcome of this case will likely have significant implications for the NSA and the government’s anti-corruption efforts.
Story by: Ohemaa Adusi-Poku