A charged atmosphere gripped the headquarters of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Accra on Monday as dozens of supporters of former Attorney General Godfred Dame gathered in solidarity while he faced questioning over allegations of evidence fabrication.
The police mounted heavy security at the facility, with personnel forming barricades to keep protesters from breaching the main entrance. Chants of support and demands for justice echoed outside the compound, creating an uneasy standoff between loyalists and law enforcement.
Allegations Against the Former AG
Godfred Dame, who served as Attorney General under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, is under investigation for allegedly orchestrating the fabrication of evidence in a high-profile trial during his tenure. Details of the case remain closely guarded by investigators, but sources say it involves disputed witness testimonies and documents that may have been improperly admitted.
Critics argue the allegations represent one of the gravest breaches of judicial ethics in recent memory. Legal analysts have warned that, if proven, the case could cast a long shadow over Ghana’s justice system.
Political Undercurrents
The investigation has sharply divided public opinion. Supporters of the former AG insist that Dame is the target of a politically motivated witch-hunt intended to tarnish his reputation and weaken his influence in Ghana’s political future.
Opponents, however, see the probe as a long-overdue step toward ensuring accountability at the highest levels of government.
“The rule of law must apply to everyone, no matter their position,” one civil society representative told Amnewsworld. “The public deserves to know if justice was manipulated for political ends.”
Police Presence and Public Response
Police confirmed that additional reinforcements were placed on standby in case of unrest, though the protest remained largely peaceful. Nonetheless, officers were forced to intervene at intervals to disperse groups attempting to push through security lines.
Despite these tensions, no major injuries or arrests had been reported as of press time. Authorities say investigations will continue and have urged the public to remain calm while due process is followed.
National Implications
The case against Dame is being closely monitored by political stakeholders and the diplomatic community. Analysts suggest the outcome could influence both public confidence in Ghana’s legal system and the tone of political campaigning ahead of the 2028 general elections.
For now, the CID has given no timeline for the completion of its probe, but the investigation into one of Ghana’s most prominent legal figures is already reshaping the country’s political discourse.
Senior Reporter at AMN News Agency, known for his insightful journalism and in-depth coverage of current events.
