President John Dramani Mahama has instructed the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to launch an immediate, full-scale probe into allegations of financial misconduct in the allocation of government-sponsored overseas scholarships. The directive, delivered by Minister of Government Communications Felix Kwakye Fosu, was issued after a discussion on Sompa 106.5 FM in which former NEIP Chief Executive Officer Kofi Ofosu Nkansah claimed that an individual had paid money to secure a scholarship abroad.
In a formal letter dated February 3, 2026, and addressed to the NIB Director-General, the Presidency described the allegation as “serious and of significant public concern.” The statement stressed that the President’s directive is consistent with the government’s “firm commitment to transparency, integrity, and equal access to educational opportunities”.
The radio discussion, conducted in the Twi language, has since attracted significant public attention, prompting the President’s direct intervention. According to the statement signed by Mr Kwakye Fosu, the NIB has been instructed to “immediately investigate the allegation, establish its factual basis, identify any persons involved, and determine the veracity or otherwise of the claims made”.
The Bureau has further been directed to submit its findings directly to the President for his consideration and “for any appropriate action that may arise therefrom”.
The investigation is expected to scrutinise the processes and management of recent overseas scholarship awards under various government schemes.
The development comes amid sustained public debate over fairness, equity and meritocracy in the distribution of state-sponsored educational opportunities.
Source: Kester Aburam Korankye
