Emmanuel Nii Ashie-Moore denies reports of $800,000 prosecution

Emmanuel Nii Ashie-Moore, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Greater Accra Regional Chairman, has categorically denied media reports suggesting that the Attorney-General’s Department recommended his prosecution. The allegations are linked to a purported dispute involving $800,000 and the personal belongings of a Singaporean businessman. Ashie-Moore addressed the claims on October 23, 2026, asserting that no such recommendation for criminal charges exists against him and that the reports are entirely without merit.

The regional chairman described the circulation of these reports as a deliberate and misleading attempt to tarnish his reputation. According to Ashie-Moore, the narrative surrounding the contract saga has been distorted to confuse the public and party members. While the specifics of the Attorney-General's alleged involvement have been cited in various media reports, Ashie-Moore maintains that the claims lack a factual basis and represent a coordinated strategy of character assassination designed to derail his political career.

He further characterized the timing of these allegations as politically motivated, specifically linking them to upcoming internal elections within the NDC. Ashie-Moore suggested that his detractors are using the legal system as a tool to create an atmosphere of scandal, hoping to weaken his standing among regional delegates and the broader party base. He stated that his leadership remains focused on party objectives and regional organization despite what he described as a "misleading" campaign by his opponents.

As the Greater Accra Regional Chairman, Ashie-Moore occupies a high-profile role in the party's hierarchy, making any legal allegation a significant matter for the NDC. This denial aims to reassure his supporters and clarify his legal standing as internal competition intensifies ahead of the party's next steps. The outcome of these allegations and their impact on his political future will likely be monitored closely by both the party leadership and the public as the internal election season approaches.