Legal representatives of Asante-Akim North Member of Parliament, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, say he is contesting his detention at Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands, arguing that no formal charges have been filed against him.
According to his lawyer, Elvis Adu Ameyaw, the MP’s detention stems from an extradition request linked to a warrant reportedly issued by a magistrate court in Illinois, United States, at the request of U.S. authorities for interrogation purposes.
Speaking on Salt FM, Mr. Ameyaw said a legal team has already been deployed in Amsterdam to handle the case and ensure due process is followed under international extradition laws.
He stressed that, at this stage, the matter involves no proven criminal charges, adding that the MP remains legally presumed innocent.
“The warrant does not contain any formal charges against him,” the lawyer noted, dismissing public speculation about the nature of the investigation.
He further explained that Dutch authorities would only proceed with any extradition action if all legal requirements under international procedures are satisfied.
Mr. Ameyaw added that the MP is “patiently going through the legal processes” while his legal team challenges the detention and seeks clarity on the request from U.S. authorities, including the FBI.
He urged the public and constituents of Asante-Akim North to remain calm, assuring them that all necessary legal steps are being taken to protect the MP’s rights.
The lawyer also argued that, as a sitting Member of Parliament, Mr. Frimpong is entitled to appropriate diplomatic and procedural considerations involving Ghanaian and Dutch authorities.
He confirmed that Ralph Poku Adusei, Head of Chambers at Amansie Chambers, has been assigned to provide official communication on the matter within Ghana.
Meanwhile, Parliament has acknowledged the detention, stating that the MP was being held at Schiphol Airport in connection with an ongoing FBI-linked financial investigation.
It added that parliamentary leadership is engaging Ghana’s Mission in The Hague as developments unfold.
