Adu-Boahene is a nice man, alleged crime is shocking – Hopeson Adorye [Video]

Movement for Change stalwart, Hopeson Adorye, has expressed shock over allegations that former Director General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), Kwabena Adu-Boahene, diverted state funds into his personal account.

The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has alleged that Adu-Boahene transferred GH₵49 million meant for the state into his private account.

However, Adu-Boahene’s lawyers have denied any wrongdoing and have sued Dr. Ayine for defamation.

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Hopeson revealed that Adu-Boahene is a very good friend and a nice person.

Hopeson stated that, as a man of his stature, he is still struggling to come to terms with how he could have embezzled such a large amount of public funds.

“He is a nice person, and to be frank with you, this issue has shocked me to the marrow of my bones. I never thought he would commit such an act. It is unfortunate that this has happened to him. I haven’t even been able to call him till now, but I’m hopeful all will be well,” he said.

While commending the Mahama-led government for its efforts to combat corruption, he urged that thorough investigations and solid evidence be gathered against offenders to avoid perceptions of politically motivated prosecutions.

Meanwhile, the Attorney General has formally charged Mr. Adu-Boahene and three others, including his wife, Angela Adjei Boateng. They are facing 11 counts of offences, including stealing, money laundering, defrauding by false pretenses, and willfully causing financial loss.

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