President John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to conduct a forensic investigation into an alleged scholarship scam.
The directive, contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callitus Mahama, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, instructed the NIB to immediately begin the investigation and report its findings to the President’s office.
“In consequence thereof, the President has directed the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to immediately investigate the allegation, establish its factual basis, identify any persons involved, and determine the veracity of the claims made,” Dr. Callitus Mahama directed.
The directive follows a radio discussion in which the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme alleged that an individual paid to secure a scholarship for studies abroad.
The President has deemed this allegation serious and has called for a thorough investigation.
“The attention of the President has been drawn to a radio discussion aired on Sompa 106.5 FM, during which a panellist, Mr. Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, alleged that an individual paid to secure a scholarship to pursue studies abroad,” the statement read.
He further added, “Following a review of the said radio discussion, which was conducted in the Twi language and has since gained wide public circulation, the President considers the allegation to be serious and of grave public concern, particularly in light of the Government’s firm commitment to transparency, integrity, and equal access to educational opportunities.”
Source: myxyzonline.com
