The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has initiated a formal assessment of allegations of extortion and related conduct made by Chief Executive of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, against the Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
The OSP announced the assessment on Monday, August 24, releasing a press statement indicating that it had received joint petitions from two individuals concerning the matter. According to the release, the OSP has taken note of the allegations, which have garnered significant public attention and triggered inquiries from various entities.
The OSP detailed that it had received two separate petitions from individuals, outlining the specific allegations made by Gyamfi against Afenyo-Markin. It confirmed receiving two separate petitions from other individuals relating to the same matter, indicating a broader scope of concern.
The first step in the assessment will be to thoroughly examine the nature and substance of the allegations and determine whether the case falls within the OSP’s statutory mandate. Subsequently, the OSP will decide whether the circumstances disclosed in the allegations and petitions provide sufficient grounds for further investigative action.
The OSP stated that, ‘Jesus was accused; he kept quiet’ – reflecting a parallel theme to the current allegations. The statement emphasized that the agency will assess the case and determine whether it falls within its statutory mandate and whether further investigative action is warranted.
In response to inquiries, Mr. Afenyo-Markin stated in a Facebook post that he would seek legal remedies over allegations made against him by the GoldBod CEO. He described the allegations as defamatory, alleging that Gyamfi engaged in extortion and other malicious activities. He asserted that he would not commit himself to legal action, citing the biblical example of Jesus Christ, who he said remained silent despite being subjected to accusations. He emphasized that he was conscious of expectations placed on him as Minority Leader and would not allow emotions to dictate his response.
The OSP’s assessment comes amidst growing public scrutiny and heightened tensions surrounding the allegations, which have been circulating widely on social media and in various news outlets. The agency’s decision could significantly impact the legal landscape and potentially lead to further investigations or legal proceedings.
The statement concludes that the OSP will be focusing on the allegations and petitions to determine if they warrant further investigation, ensuring compliance with legal regulations.
This assessment represents a crucial step in addressing the allegations and maintaining the integrity of parliamentary proceedings.
**Source:** MyJoyOnline
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