The government has officially withdrawn all criminal charges against former National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chairman, Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, and the party’s Communications Officer, Anthony Kwaku Boahen.
The Attorney-General, Dominic Ayine, announced the decision, bringing an end to the legal battle that began in December 2019.
The two NDC officials were on trial over a leaked audio recording in which Ofosu Ampofo was allegedly heard discussing plans to instigate crimes and create insecurity in the country, with the intent of blaming the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
The tape reportedly outlined strategies such as kidnappings, arson, and verbal attacks on key public figures, including the Chairman of the National Peace Council, Prof. Emmanuel Asante, and Electoral Commission Chairperson, Jean Mensa.
Both Ofosu Ampofo and Boahen had been charged with conspiracy to cause harm, but the case has now been dismissed following the government’s decision to withdraw from the trial.
The two had pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit assault against a public officer, while Ofosu Ampofo also faced two additional counts of assault against a public officer, to which he pleaded not guilty.
