The Atasomanso Circuit Court in Kumasi has remanded a 38-year-old woman, Priscilla Koduah, also known as Maame Kraa, into police custody for allegedly defrauding a Senior High School headmistress of GHC560,000. Koduah, a former employee of Newmont Ghana Gold Limited, is currently unemployed.
Allegations
According to prosecutors, Koduah lured the complainant into paying the money under the pretext of securing three auctioned vehicles and a travel visa. However, she allegedly failed to fulfill these promises, leading to the fraud charges.
Charges and Remand
Koduah has been charged with conspiracy to defraud and defrauding by false pretenses. The court has remanded her into police custody pending further investigation and trial.
This case highlights the ongoing efforts by Ghanaian authorities to crack down on financial crimes and protect citizens from fraudulent activities. Similar cases, such as the GHC548 million National Service Scheme scandal and a recent payroll corruption scheme involving six individuals in the Ghana Education Service, demonstrate the government’s commitment to accountability and transparency.