Indexing government scandals one at a time
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has mounted intense pressure on the government, demanding the immediate resignation or dismissal of the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto, over an alleged massive visa fraud scheme tied to the World Cup.
Addressing the press on what he termed official records of a national disgrace, the Director of Communications, Miracles Aboagye, revealed that public officials allegedly conspired with a private firm, TRIBE Culture Fest, to fabricate official designations for individuals seeking US and Canadian visas.
The Minority has alleged that some applicants paid between US$8,000 and US$14,000 for visa-related assistance, with more than US$600,000 reportedly collected under the arrangements.
President John Dramani Mahama directed Mr Ampofo Ankrah to step aside on October 1 pending a police investigation.
Oct. 15, 2026
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