High-Ranking Ghanaian Officials Accused of Aiding Fugitive Kevin Taylor
Paul Adom-Otchere alleges that high-ranking Ghanaian officials facilitated Kevin Taylor’s entry and exit from Ghana using state resources while he was under a court order for arrest. He argues that this undermines the rule of law and sets a poor precedent for media accountability.
Paul Adom-Otchere, host of Good Evening Ghana, has made serious allegations against three senior government officials regarding their involvement in facilitating the movements of Kevin Taylor, a journalist wanted by Ghanaian courts. On March 18, 2025, he accused the Minister of Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, the Minister of Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, and National Security Coordinator Abdul Razak Osman of using state resources for Taylor’s protection during his stay in Ghana.
Adom-Otchere stated that National Security vehicles and operatives were allegedly assigned to Taylor, who has a bench warrant for his arrest due to his criticisms of the judicial system. This situation raises concerns about the inability of these officials to uphold court orders while aiding Taylor’s movements across the country.
The allegations extend to claims that the bench warrant against Kevin Taylor was appropriately served to three state institutions to execute his arrest, which these officials reportedly ignored. Instead of acting to enforce justice, they allegedly assisted Taylor in evading capture without consequences for their actions.
Adom-Otchere elaborated on the specific vehicles used, including a black Toyota with registration GE 1660-17 and a Toyota Hilux, UE 553-23, which were reportedly assigned to facilitate Taylor’s travel. He argued that these vehicles were misused to violate a court order by enabling a fugitive’s movements within Ghana.
Comparing this situation to the Montie Three incident, Adom-Otchere questioned the disparity in how the judicial system handles cases involving journalists. He expressed deep concern about setting a dangerous precedent that allows individuals cloaked as journalists to undermine legal processes without repercussions.
He concluded by emphasizing the importance of legal accountability, stating that the actions of these officials could erode the foundations of democracy. Adom-Otchere criticized the selective enforcement of laws, highlighting that justice should be equally applied, regardless of one’s position or association in Ghana.
In background context, a bench warrant for Taylor’s arrest was issued by the Accra High Court in 2020 for his failure to comply with court orders related to contempt charges, as noted by Justice Eric Kyei-Baffour. Taylor, a social media commentator, had made disparaging claims against the judiciary, asserting that bias influenced judicial promotions.
Paul Adom-Otchere’s allegations against high-ranking officials regarding their facilitation of Kevin Taylor’s entry into Ghana and protection raise serious questions about the integrity of the judicial system. The supposed misuse of state resources for shielding a fugitive from justice highlights significant concerns about legal accountability. This situation could set a dangerous precedent if journalists evade scrutiny or consequences for their actions under the guise of political commentary. Ultimately, adherence to rule of law and equal enforcement of justice remain critical for Ghana’s democracy.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
