Mahama directs NIB to investigate allegations by ex NEIP CEO on payment of bribe for scholarship

President John Mahama has directed the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to investigate allegations that someone paid bribe to secure scholarship to study abroad.

This is contained in a letter cited by 3news on February 3.

“The attention of the President has been drawn to a radio discussion aired on Sompa 106.5 FM, during which a panelist, 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 letter read in part.

In the video, Kofi Owusu Nkansah alleged that some government officials are selling scholarships to the tune of GHC100,000.

The letter indicated that, “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.”

The President therefore tasked the NIB to “immediately investigate the allegation, establish its factual basis, identify any persons involved, and determine the veracity or otherwise of the claims made.”

“The Bureau is further directed to submit its findings for the President’s consideration and for any appropriate action that may arise therefrom,” the President further directed.