The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has launched an investigation into a suspected corruption scheme involving the diversion of 50 twenty-foot containers of palm oil valued at GHS25.8 million.
In a statement issued on February 24, 2026, the OSP disclosed that the consignment, which had been declared as goods in transit to Burkina Faso, was unlawfully diverted into the local market without the payment of applicable duties and taxes.
According to the statement, preliminary findings indicate the involvement of some Customs officers, National Security operatives, and clearing agents in what the Office describes as a corrupt scheme. The alleged diversion is said to have resulted in an estimated tax loss of GHS10.5 million to the state.
The OSP noted that the investigation commenced following an intelligence-led operation conducted in November 2025. The Office did not provide details on the identities of the individuals involved but emphasized that inquiries are ongoing.
“As the process continues, the Office remains committed to protecting the public purse and upholding integrity,” the statement said.
The development marks another high-profile investigation by the Special Prosecutor aimed at addressing corruption and safeguarding state revenue.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
