The OSP has started investigations into criminal palm oil diversion
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has commenced investigations into the suspected diversion of fifty (50) twenty-foot containers of palm oil valued at GH¢25.8 million.
According to the OSP in a communique issued on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the consignment was declared as goods in transit to Burkina Faso but was unlawfully diverted into the local market without payment of applicable duties and taxes.
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Preliminary findings indicate the involvement of some Customs officers, operatives of National Security, and clearing agents in what the OSP describes as a coordinated corrupt scheme.
“The Office of the Special Prosecutor is investigating suspected corruption involving the diversion of fifty (50) twenty-foot containers of palm oil valued at GH¢25.8 million. The consignment, declared as in transit to Burkina Faso, was unlawfully diverted into the local market without payment of applicable duties and taxes,” portions of the statement read.
The OSP said the alleged diversion is estimated to have caused a loss of about GH¢10.5 million in tax revenue to the state.
“The Office has identified the involvement of some Customs officers, National Security operatives, and clearing agents in a corrupt scheme that resulted in an estimated loss of GH¢10.5 million in taxes,” the statement added.
The investigation stems from an intelligence-led operation conducted in November 2025.
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“The Office remains committed to protecting the public purse and upholding integrity,” the statement emphasised, adding that investigations are ongoing and further actions will be taken as the process unfolds.
The OSP stressed that it remains focused on safeguarding public funds and upholding integrity in public administration as the investigation continues.
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