Heavy Security Surrounds EOCO as NPP Plans Protest Over Ex-CEO Detention
Police have erected barricades and intensified security at Ghana’s Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) headquarters in Accra. The heightened measures come ahead of a planned protest by New Patriotic Party (NPP) members and Minority caucus representatives.
The demonstration targets the continued detention of Abdul-Wahab, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO). Protesters demand his release from EOCO custody, though specific charges against the ex-CEO remain unclear.
EOCO officials have not publicly commented on the detention timeline or investigation details. The anti-corruption agency typically holds suspects during ongoing financial crime investigations.
NPP leadership has not announced the exact protest date or expected participant numbers. However, party sources indicate the demonstration will proceed despite the security presence.
The National Food Buffer Stock Company operates under Ghana’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture. The state agency manages grain reserves and supports farmers through purchase programs.
Political tensions have escalated over corruption investigations targeting former government officials. Opposition parties frequently claim politically motivated prosecutions, while ruling party supporters demand accountability.
Security forces maintain standard protocols for protecting government buildings during planned demonstrations. The barricades aim to control crowd access while preserving protesters’ constitutional rights.
The situation reflects broader debates about Ghana’s anti-corruption efforts and their impact on political stability.
