Ex-NSB Boss May Reveal Classified Info in Legal Battle – Lawyer Warns
Lawyer warns revealing national security details could become unavoidable in ex-NSB boss’s legal battle
- Lawyer warns that Adu-Boahene may have to disclose classified information to defend himself in court
- Adu-Boahene is facing accusations of theft
- The former NSB director was rearrested on separate charges
Samuel Atta Akyea, legal counsel for former National Signals Bureau (NSB) head Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has warned that his client might be forced to disclose classified national security information as part of his defense strategy.
Atta Akyea explained that the seriousness of the charges could compel Adu-Boahene to mount a comprehensive defense—potentially involving confidential state matters.
Speaking to journalists outside the courtroom on Tuesday, May 13, he stressed the need for careful handling of the case.
“He’s not refusing to defend himself, but the way issues involving national security are unfolding, it may push him into areas he’d otherwise keep confidential. If that happens, he’ll have no choice but to defend himself, even if it involves sensitive intelligence matters,” Atta Akyea said.
He also cautioned that public backlash may arise if a former intelligence officer is seen discussing national secrets, despite having sworn an oath of secrecy.
Adu-Boahene remains in custody, even though the initial seven-working-day remand period has expired. The former security official—facing serious charges including theft, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state—was remanded on May 2 over allegations of interfering with witnesses.
According to Atta Akyea, he was rearrested on separate grounds once the original remand lapsed.
