# EOCO arrest warrant and investigation of MP Baffour Awuah > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ghana-eoco-attempted-arrest-of-mp-nana-agyei-baffour-awuah > Updated: 2026-10-01T21:30:00.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 5. On September 23, 2026, a confrontation occurred at the Accra High Court when officers from the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) attempted to arrest Manhyia South Member of Parliament Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. The incident took place while the MP was acting as legal counsel for a client. EOCO stated the attempt was a lawful measure due to the MP failing to honor investigation invitations dating back to February 2026, though the operation was aborted to prevent endangering public safety. MP Baffour Awuah disputed these claims, asserting he had already addressed the investigation through his law firm and accusing EOCO leadership of past extortion. He later characterized the encounter as an “attempted state-sponsored kidnapping.” The incident sparked a debate regarding parliamentary immunity and constitutional arrest procedures. The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) condemned the attempted arrest, expressing concern over the conduct of EOCO officers and the reported assault of another lawyer, Enoch Anhwere Afoakwa. Majority Leader James Agalga described the agency’s approach as “unprofessional,” arguing that EOCO should have coordinated through the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin. By late September, an Accra High Court issued an arrest warrant for Baffour Awuah following an application by EOCO, which is investigating suspected money laundering, financial loss, and the dissipation of public funds related to SIC Life Savings and Loans Company. On October 1, 2026, Baffour Awuah reported himself to EOCO and was subsequently taken into custody. The investigation specifically scrutinizes a reported GH¢2.2 million payment made to his former law firm, Sarkodie Baffour Awuah & Partners, as legal fees. While Baffour Awuah and his counsel, Samuel Atta Akyea, maintain the transactions were for legitimate legal services, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called for his immediate release, alleging political intimidation. ## Claims - The High Court granted EOCO a warrant to arrest Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. (corroborated by 9 sources) - The High Court authorized EOCO to search for and seize documents relevant to the investigation. (corroborated by 9 sources) - The investigation involves suspected offences of financial loss, dissipation of public funds, and money laundering. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The investigation is related to work performed by his former law firm for SIC Life Savings and Loans Company. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah reported himself to the EOCO headquarters on October 1, 2026, following the issuance of an arrest warrant. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The Accra High Court adjourned the case on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The High Court rejected Salomey Awiti Baffoe's bail application on September 24, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The court cited risks of witness interference due to the cyber-related nature of the case as a reason for denying bail. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Defense lawyer Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah argued that Baffoe is presumed innocent and the charge is a misdemeanour. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The court directed that the execution of the arrest warrant for the MP must be carried out through the Speaker of Parliament. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-01: Alexander Afenyo-Markin accuses EOCO of political persecution Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused Ghana's EOCO of persecuting political opponents, specifically Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, while failing to target drug trafficking kingpins. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alexander-afenyo-markin-accuses-eoco-of-political-persecution ### 2026-10-01: Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah arrested by EOCO over financial investigation Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah has been arrested by EOCO following a High Court warrant. He is being investigated for alleged money laundering and financial loss involving SIC Life. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manhyia-south-mp-nana-agyei-baffour-awuah-arrested-by-eoco ### 2026-09-28: Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah faces arrest warrant Ghana's EOCO has secured an arrest warrant for Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah amid an investigation into alleged money laundering and financial loss involving SIC Life Savings and Loans. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/salomey-awiti-baffoe-case-adjourned-by-accra-high-court ### 2026-09-25: Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah denies financial misconduct allegations Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah denies financial impropriety allegations following a controversial attempted arrest by EOCO at the Accra High Court, sparking a debate on legal rights. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ghana-bar-association-condemns-eoco-attempted-arrest-of-mp ### 2026-09-23: Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah involved in EOCO arrest attempt An attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah by EOCO at the Accra High Court has sparked a constitutional debate over parliamentary immunity and allegations of political intimidation in much 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manhyia-south-mp-nana-agyei-baffour-awuah-involved-in-tense-attempted-arrest --- Cite as: EOCO arrest warrant and investigation of MP Baffour Awuah. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ghana-eoco-attempted-arrest-of-mp-nana-agyei-baffour-awuah