Kwakye Ofosu dismisses claims of billion cedi purchase of presidential jet
Minister in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu has formally refuted recent claims alleging that the government acquired a presidential jet for over one billion Ghana cedis. In a detailed press statement released to clarify the matter, he described the assertions as baseless, politically motivated, and damaging to public trust.
According to Ofosu, there is no valid contract or financial record supporting the alleged purchase price at the scale claimed. He reiterated that procurement of state assets, especially high-cost items such as aircraft, is governed by strict government procurement laws and parliamentary oversight. He argued the absence of any such procurement document confirms the story is false.
Ofosu explained that over the years there have been discussions regarding upgrading official aviation assets to meet security and diplomatic needs. However, he emphasized that such discussions never resulted in formal acquisition processes or budget allocations. He said that to his knowledge, no approval was given for the purchase of a new presidential jet at the purported cost.
In his statement he deplored what he described as misuse of social media and unverified sources to spread false information. “Spreading fictitious claims about major government purchases without evidence undermines public confidence and distracts from genuine economic issues,” he said.
He also challenged media houses and political actors to verify facts before broadcasting sensational headlines. He asked for transparency and accountability in public discourse, emphasising that citizens deserve truthful reporting especially on matters of public expenditure and national resources.
Political analysts and commentary circles have welcomed Ofosu’s clarification, noting that false procurement claims can fuel mistrust and harm investor confidence. Some called on oversight institutions to publicly provide procurement records related to state aviation assets to prevent future misreporting.
As the debate continues, public attention is shifting back to calls for greater transparency in government spending. Analysts say that the episode underscores the importance of strong auditing, clear public procurement procedures and continuous public communication to prevent misinformation.
For now, Kwakye Ofosu’s denial leaves the alleged billion-cedi presidential jet acquisition in doubt. Without documentary proof or official record, the claim appears unsubstantiated, but the controversy serves as a reminder of how quickly unverified stories can capture public attention in a politically charged environment.
