Gordon Asare Bediako: Popular Wontumi Presenter Reportedly Detained By Office of Special Prosecutor

• Popular Wontumi FM presenter, Gordon Asare Bediako, has allegedly been picked up by some officials from the OSP
• During a live radio broadcast, a colleague claimed that the OSP had refused to let Gordon go after inviting him there
• Netizens who saw the post about the presenter asked what right the OSP had to detain someone without a warrant

A radio presenter with Wontumi FM, Gordon Asare Bediako was reportedly detained by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

During a live radio broadcast recently, a colleague of the popular broadcaster informed the public about Bediako's detention.

He noted that at noon on April 2, 2025, a group of men claiming to be OSP representatives came to their media house and asked for Gordon.

The presenter was done with the morning show and had already left but the OSP man said he had his contact and called him back to the premises.

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Upon arrival, the men told Gordon he was needed at the Office of the Special Prosecutor on Thursday, April 3, 2025, but it was not specified why.

Due to pending engagements, Gordon said he would not be available on Thursday and was asked to appear at the OSP on Wednesday instead.

He agreed to go with the men but further reports indicated that he was detained at the OSP. His offence has reportedly not been communicated to him.

The TikTok video from the broadcast about Gordon's detainment is included below:

Netizens react to Gordon's arrest

Netizens who saw the post about Gordon's arrest expressed mixed reactions in the comments section. Many were concerned about his well-being.

@Aduanaba Osei Tutu wrote:

"Does OSP have that power and authority to detain someone? Can someone educate me?"

@Realafriyie wrote:

"Which power does the OSP have in detaining people."

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@Lynzchem wrote:

"If you rely on your station no one will hear this news oo talk to Oman FM for wider milage."

@Black Cedi wrote:

"Thank Nana Addo for creating this Office."

What is Office of the Special Prosecutor?

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) is an independent anti-corruption agency in Ghana established under the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959).

It was created to investigate and prosecute cases of corruption and corruption-related offences, particularly those involving public officials, politically exposed persons, and private individuals engaged in corrupt activities that affect the public interest.

Currently, Kissi Agyebeng occupies the office.

Does OSP have the power to detain?

The OSP has the mandate to investigate cases of suspected corruption, prosecute individuals or organisations found guilty of corruption, recover assets acquired through corrupt means, and prevent corruption by providing education and awareness.

According to Section 3 of Act 959, the OSP has the same powers as the Ghana Police Service to arrest and detain people. However, the OSP must follow due process.

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Arrested individuals must be informed of the reason for their arrest. The OSP must bring suspects before a court within 48 hours if they need to be detained beyond that period.

The Special Prosecutor can collaborate with the Ghana Police and other security agencies for enforcement.

Ken Ofori-Atta drags OSP to court

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta sued the Special Prosecutor for declaring him wanted.

In a writ of summons sighted by YEN.com.gh, the former Minister argued that Kissi Agyebeng had abused his powers by doing so.

Ofori-Atta’s lawsuit has triggered mixed reactions from Ghanaians, with some criticising him and others in favour of the suit.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh