A private citizen, Emmanuel Senyo Amekplenu, has called on the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) to expedite investigations into allegations of conflict of interest involving John Dramani Mahama in relation to Engineers & Planners’ takeover of the Damang Mine.
Mr. Amekplenu petitioned CHRAJ over what he describes as concerns regarding conflict of interest, abuse of executive influence, and the possible use of public office for private family benefit, contrary to Article 284 of Ghana’s Constitution.
Speaking to Citi News on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, Mr. Amekplenu said CHRAJ had acknowledged receipt of the petition and confirmed that investigations had commenced in line with due process. He, however, urged the Commission to conclude the probe within a reasonable timeframe in the interest of accountability and transparency.
“The case is still within CHRAJ because I tracked it yesterday and noticed that the matter is still under consideration,” he stated.
“I do not want to push them by imposing timelines. They should operate within their own procedures, but the public is watching. For the public not to begin forming their own conclusions, it would be proper for the Commission to come out with its findings promptly to serve the interest of accountability and transparency,” he added.
Mr. Amekplenu also called on Parliament to suspend any ratification processes linked to the matter until CHRAJ completes its investigations.
“If anything goes wrong, Parliament will be held responsible by the citizens of this country because the same citizens elected them into office. They must act as watchdogs and ensure that the property of this country is protected,” he said.
