GH¢50 Million Bail Demand Sparks Outrage in Ghana

Ghanaian Minority Leader Condemns EOCO's Bail Conditions: 'Punishment, Not Justice' Accra, Ghana – May 29, 2025 – The Minority Leader, Hon. Afenyo Markin, has strongly criticized the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) for imposing what he considers an unusually harsh bail condition on a suspect. The condition requires the suspect to provide a titled landed property valued at a staggering GH¢50 million. The incident took place in Accra. "Such an onerous bail condition. This is an attempt to show Wontumi where the power lies, using bail as a punishment," stated Markin in a video interview. Markin's comments highlight concerns about the fairness of the legal process and raise questions about the proportionality of the bail requirement. The high value of the required property effectively prevents many from accessing bail, regardless of their guilt or innocence. This case underscores a broader debate on bail reform and the potential for misuse of power within the Ghanaian legal system. The incident has sparked public discussion and debate about the balance between ensuring justice and protecting individual rights. The ongoing investigation will be pivotal in determining the full implications of this controversial bail condition.