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Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for Kwabena Adu-Boahene, the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), has strongly denied claims that his client is seeking a plea deal with the Attorney-General’s Department.
Speaking in an interview on Face to Face with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Channel One TV, Atta Akyea dismissed the reports as entirely false, insisting that no such negotiations have taken place.
“I don’t know who is spreading this idea about a plea bargain,” he said. “The prosecution hasn’t even presented the full details of their case yet. We’re still waiting for the witness statements, which are supposed to form the foundation of their accusations. Without seeing what evidence is being presented, there’s no reason for my client to consider a plea deal.”
The lawyer emphasized that neither he nor Mr. Adu-Boahene has made any moves toward plea bargaining and suggested the speculation may be unfounded or deliberately misleading.
His comments follow recent developments in the ongoing criminal case involving Adu-Boahene, his wife Angela Adjei-Boateng, their associate Mildred Boateng, and their company Adantage Solutions Limited. The group is facing multiple charges, including stealing, conspiracy, and causing financial loss to the state.
On June 3, the prosecution filed witness statements, including testimonies from Frank Marshall Cromwell (lead investigator), Edith Ruby Opokua Adumua (Director of Finance at NSB), and Frank Anane Dekpey, who is alleged to have served as a messenger for the accused.
Adu-Boahene was first remanded on May 2 amid allegations of attempting to interfere with witnesses. His lawyer later informed the court that he was rearrested in connection with a separate matter shortly after the expiration of the remand period.
Atta Akyea reiterated that his clients intend to defend themselves vigorously in court and are confident in the strength of their case. He also clarified that the court has not ruled on any plea arrangement, but only stated that such a possibility could be explored once full disclosure has been made by the prosecution.
Earlier, on May 26, the Accra High Court instructed the defence to hold off on any plea discussions until the prosecution fulfills its obligation to disclose all relevant documents. Deputy Attorney-General Dr. Justice Srem-Sai requested a short delay due to the unavailability of a key investigator.
The case is scheduled to resume on June 11, 2025.
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