No seizure of assets or businesses linked to Mustapha Hamid

Lawyers representing the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, have firmly denied reports from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding the seizure of assets worth over GH¢100 million associated with their client.

Describing the OSP’s claims as “false, misleading, and injurious,” they maintain that no assets or businesses belonging to Dr. Abdul-Hamid have been identified, tracked, or confiscated by the OSP.

In a statement on Wednesday, November 5, by Hay & Partners at Law, the legal team pointed out that even the OSP’s own amended charge sheet, filed on October 17, 2025, which outlines five counts of alleged offenses, does not mention any seized property or businesses related to Dr. Abdul-Hamid.

“Our client owns no such assets, directly or indirectly, and no property worth the stated amount exists anywhere in connection with him,” part of the statement read.

They further criticized the OSP for what they described as a distortion of facts and an inclination towards “public theatrics and false reportage,” rather than focusing on a thorough and diligent prosecution, and reminded the OSP that as a public institution established under law, its officers are expected to uphold constitutional and ethical standards in their duties, emphasizing fairness, integrity, and respect for individual rights.

“Engaging in public commentary that distorts facts before the court is inconsistent with those obligations and unbecoming of the prosecutorial office,” they added.

The statement highlighted Dr. Abdul-Hamid’s full cooperation with the OSP throughout the investigation process, noting that he has attended every court session and responded to all invitations. They affirmed his commitment to respecting the judicial process, arguing that he remains innocent until proven guilty under the 1992 Constitution.

“It is deeply regrettable that instead of complying with court orders, the OSP has chosen to engage in media sensationalism,” they added, warning that any attempts to mislead the public or sway opinion against their client undermine both the rule of law and the integrity of Ghana’s judicial system.

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