Accra: Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has raised concerns about the extended detention of Ohene Kwame Frimpong, who was arrested for alleged fraud and money laundering offenses. Frimpong, the Asante Akim North lawmaker, was detained at Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands while on his way to the United Kingdom.
According to Ghana Web, Frimpong is under investigation for fraud and money laundering, and Dafeamekpor has expressed apprehension regarding the duration of his detention. Speaking on JoyNews, the South Dayi MP mentioned that they are awaiting the outcome of Frimpong's bail application before determining further actions. He questioned the necessity of prolonged detention during the investigation process and emphasized the need to proceed with the bail application to evaluate its outcome.
It is reported that sources within Ghana's law enforcement confirmed Frimpong's arrest in connection with an investigation tied to the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The MP is being investigated for alleged financial crimes, including money laundering and suspected 'romance scams' involving approximately US$32 million. Sources also indicated that this investigation has been ongoing for over a year and is part of a broader international probe coordinated by multiple jurisdictions.