The Office of the Special Prosecutor has stated that it is assessing the issues surrounding the extortion allegations levelled against the minority leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
A statement issued by the Office acknowledged that three petitions have been filed in relation to the allegations.
The statement read “The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has taken note of public allegations of extortion and related conduct made by the Chief Executive of Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, against the Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
The OSP also acknowledges a joint petition submitted by two persons, as well as two separate petitions submitted by other persons, in relation to the allegations.
Given the nature of the allegations, the OSP will assess the case and determine whether it falls within its statutory mandate and whether further investigative action is warranted”.
