Ghana's National Service Scandal: Millions Lost in Alleged Fraud

Ghana's National Service Scandal: Millions Lost in Alleged Fraud Ghana is grappling with a major financial scandal involving the National Service Scheme (NSS). Hon. Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, a Member of Parliament, has raised serious concerns about widespread fraud and misappropriation of funds under the previous NPP administration. The scandal involves ghost names on the payroll and questionable procurement practices. "More fire!" Dafeamekpor exclaimed during a recent interview. "NSS and other state agencies were crime scenes under the NPP administration led by Akufo Addo and Bawumia." He highlighted instances of millions of cedis lost to criminal enterprise, emphasizing the need for punishment, deterrence, and recovery of the misappropriated funds. The video shows Dafeamekpor detailing specific instances of alleged fraud, including the loss of nearly 550 million cedis. He also raises questions about the procurement processes of the NSS, suggesting that the scale of the fraud is much greater than initially reported. He calls for a comprehensive audit of procurement activities to uncover the full extent of the losses. The situation underscores the urgent need for greater transparency and accountability in government spending in Ghana. The Attorney General has initiated legal action against individuals implicated in the scheme, but the scale of the problem and the potential for wider systemic corruption remain significant concerns. The video serves as a powerful call for a thorough investigation and a commitment to financial transparency in Ghana's public sector.