The former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), Professor Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, has maintained his innocence in the ongoing trial concerning the failed Accra Skytrain project.

Speaking for the first time since the trial began, in a written personal statement on Friday, May 30, 2025, Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi stated that he has pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against him by the Attorney General, for which he is currently standing trial.

He expressed his firm belief in accountability, which he asserts must be upheld within the bounds of fairness and justice.

“I have taken note of the concerns expressed by many regarding the ongoing legal proceedings in the Sky Train case and wish to state that I have pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against me. I remain a firm believer in accountability, provided it is pursued within the framework of fairness and justice,” his statement read.

Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi expressed confidence in his innocence, adding that he is prepared to prove it and clear his name of any criminal dealings linked to him, while maintaining his firm belief in Ghana's justice system.

“I welcome the opportunity to clear my name and have full confidence in my innocence,” the statement continued.

Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi, in a gesture of appreciation, extended his gratitude to Kennedy Agyapong, the former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, and Martin Kwaku Agyei Mensah Korsah, the MP for Techiman South, for what he described as a 'demonstration of true brotherliness.'

The professor, who once served as Minister of Education, is being prosecuted for allegedly causing financial loss to the state to the tune of $2 million in connection with the failed Accra SkyTrain project.

He is standing trial alongside Solomon Asamoah, the former Chief Executive Officer of GIIF. Both men have been charged with six counts related to the $2 million SkyTrain deal.

Read his statement below:

Personal Statement from Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi

I have taken note of the concerns expressed by many regarding the ongoing legal proceedings in the Sky Train case and wish to state that I have pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against me.

I remain a firm believer in accountability, provided it is pursued within the framework of fairness and justice. I welcome the opportunity to clear my name and have full confidence in my innocence.

Since news of my arraignment, I have been deeply moved by the unwavering support and encouragement from my family, friends, and legal team.

Their steadfast belief in my integrity has strengthened my resolve as I go through this process. I continue to trust in the judicial system to uphold the truth.

Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi has also expressed his deepest gratitude to all those who solidarized with him in recent times and extends special appreciation to Hon. Kennedy Akompreko Agyapong, who demonstrated true brotherliness, and Hon. Martin Kwaku Agyei Mensah Korsah,MP for Techiman South whose support highlighted the importance of family ties.

Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi cited the phrase “blood indeed is thicker than water” in reference to Hon. Korsah’s support emphasizes the significance of kinship.

He also commended Hon. Agyapong’s “Santaclausian brotherliness,” describing it as a genuine display of camaraderie.

MAG/MA

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