A source from the Office of the Special Prosecutor has revealed what led to the arrest of Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah.

According to the source, his arrest is in relation to the alleged use of funds meant for his office to support his campaign.

He is currently under investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor.

This development comes as part of ongoing efforts to scrutinize allegations of financial irregularities and other related matters.

The Special Prosecutor's Office has not disclosed specific details about the nature of the investigation or the allegations against Mr. Nkansah. However, a source at the Office reported that the probe is centered around the alleged use of NEIP funds to finance his campaign.Ofosu

Nkansah was reportedly arrested on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in connection with the alleged distribution of money to NPP delegates ahead of the parliamentary primaries scheduled for January 27.

In addition to the arrest, officials from the OSP conducted a search of Nkansah's office on the same day.

The NEIP CEO, who is also a contestant for the Asante Akim Central parliamentary seat, however, has been released.