Former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has reportedly been granted bail following his detention by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB).
Kofi Ofosu Nkansah granted GH¢500,000 bail after NIB detention over scholarship allegations.
According to a report by JoyNews, the former NEIP boss was on Thursday, February 12, 2026, granted bail in the sum of GH¢500,000 after being picked up for questioning.
Detention Linked to Scholarship Sale Allegations
Mr. Nkansah was reportedly detained over allegations he made concerning a government official who allegedly sold foreign scholarships for GH¢100,000 and above.
The claims have generated public debate and heightened political interest. Authorities are yet to provide a detailed official statement outlining the full scope of the investigation.
Reports further indicate that a scheduled court appearance was cancelled, although it remains unclear whether a new date has been set.
Hospitalisation After Arrest
Earlier reports on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, suggested that Mr. Nkansah had been hospitalised following his arrest and interrogation by the NIB. Details surrounding the hospitalisation have not been officially disclosed.
Background on NEIP
The National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme is a government initiative designed to support startups and promote entrepreneurship in Ghana. As a former CEO, Mr. Nkansah played a key role in implementing youth-focused business support policies.
With bail now secured, attention shifts to the next legal steps and whether formal charges will be filed in the coming days.
GhanaMedia.net will continue to follow the story and provide updates as more verified information becomes available.
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