Edward Koranteng, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), was reportedly prevented from boarding an international flight at Kotoka International Airport on the night of Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
Koranteng, who is currently under investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), was intercepted by immigration officials after it was discovered he attempted to leave the country without prior clearance from the OSP. Sources confirm that the former MIIF boss had been placed on a travel watch list, often referred to as a “stop list,” due to the ongoing probe. His attempt to travel without the necessary express permission triggered an alert at the airport.
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) promptly informed the OSP, which has since taken custody of Mr. Koranteng for further action. While specific details of the investigation against him have not yet been made public, his current status on enquiry bail suggests the case involves significant allegations falling under the OSP’s mandate to investigate corruption and related offenses.
This incident follows a broader crackdown by the OSP. In February 2025, the Office of the Special Prosecutor declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta a wanted person as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial misconduct. Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng, along with Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), were also declared wanted at that time over suspected acts of corruption.
