BY Daniel Bampoe
Explosive new court filings have implicated the Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Emmanuel Nii Ashie-Moore, in an alleged international fraud and extortion scandal involving over $2.2 million.
A Singaporean investor, Toh You Kang, has filed a detailed human rights lawsuit in Accra’s High Court, accusing Ashie-Moore of using political influence to solicit and misappropriate funds — including $1.5 million allegedly funneled into the NDC’s 2024 election campaign.
At the heart of the case is the claim that Ashie-Moore lured Kang into financing key aspects of the NDC’s campaign under the pretext of securing business deals and political protection in Ghana’s electricity sector.
The businessman, who specializes in electrical cables, said he was advised that political patronage would ease market entry and protect him from bureaucratic bottlenecks.
Kang’s interest in the Ghanaian market began in 2023 after being introduced to Ashie-Moore through a Chinese businesswoman, Liang Liu Bing.
According to the 66-paragraph affidavit submitted by his legal counsel, Cephas Boyuo, Ashie-Moore presented himself as a politically connected fixer capable of brokering contracts with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
Relying on this assurance, Kang agreed to co-establish NSG Innovation Limited with Ashie-Moore.
Shortly thereafter, he was asked to pay $800,000 as a facilitation fee for ECG contracts — money that was reportedly collected in Singapore by one of Moore’s associates, a man identified only as “Henry.”
But despite promises of lucrative contracts, Kang alleges that communication from Ashie-Moore ceased, and no contracts materialized.
Instead, the NDC chairman allegedly shifted attention to the party’s election campaign, appealing to Kang for financial support to help secure a political victory.
$1.5m for Mahama’s 2024 Bid
According to Kang’s sworn testimony, Ashie-Moore persuaded him to contribute a staggering $1.5 million to support the NDC’s 2024 election campaign, portraying it as a strategic business investment.
He claimed the money was used to procure and ship thousands of branded T-shirts, wristbands, caps, scarves, rings, aprons, and campaign booklets promoting President John Mahama’s flagship “24-hour economy” policy.
Kang also alleged that Ashie-Moore repeatedly invoked Mahama’s name in WhatsApp conversations, assuring him that the president was fully aware of the financial backing and supportive of their business arrangement.
These interactions, Kang claimed, solidified his belief that his investment had the blessings of Ghana’s top opposition leader.
The affidavit includes WhatsApp exchanges and photographic evidence, some of which reportedly show campaign materials paid for by Kang being used by NDC operatives.
Detention, Assault, and Ransom Claims
In May 2025, events took a dramatic turn. Kang accepted an invitation from Ashie-Moore for a short business trip to Ghana, hoping to finalise pending deals. But upon arrival, things spiraled.
The businessman claims he was lured to a remote location, held by armed men, and assaulted.
His passport and mobile phones were allegedly confiscated, and he was forced into a vehicle and taken to the Dansoman Police Station under questionable charges.
Kang further claims that while in police custody, Ashie-Moore attempted to extort an additional $3 million from his business associate Liang Bing.
As evidence, the affidavit states that Moore sent photographs of Kang in detention to his brother in Singapore, demanding the ransom in exchange for his release.
Legal counsel for Kang asserts that his rights were violated during the ordeal, citing unlawful detention, denial of legal counsel, and abuse of police processes.
With the help of the Singaporean High Commission in Ghana, Kang was able to initiate legal proceedings and return home after his release.
Demands for Justice and Reparation
In his suit — filed under Article 33 of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution and Order 67 of the High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules — Kang is seeking GH₵20 million in damages for human rights violations, as well as a refund of the $800,000 allegedly paid for nonexistent ECG contracts.
This legal battle, registered under case number HR/0131/2025, is attracting significant public interest due to its political implications, international dimension, and the gravity of the accusations.
