A man identified as Ottu Acheampong has reportedly been arrested at the Nsuta Circuit Court in the Ashanti Region over allegations that he impersonated a lawyer and handled legal cases despite not being authorised to practise law.
According to the available report, the suspect was arrested on Friday, October 16, 2026, after concerns emerged over his alleged activities involving people seeking legal assistance.
Acheampong is alleged to have collected money from individuals under the pretext of handling their legal cases but failed to fulfil the promises he made to them. The circumstances surrounding the alleged transactions, including the total amount involved and the number of people affected, were not independently confirmed.
The arrest reportedly took place at the Nsuta Circuit Court, where two court prosecutors are said to have apprehended him.
The incident has raised concerns about the risks faced by people who seek legal representation from individuals whose professional credentials have not been verified. Legal proceedings can have significant consequences for those involved, making it important for clients to ensure that anyone representing them is properly qualified and authorised.
In Ghana, legal practitioners are subject to professional requirements governing admission to the Bar and the right to practise law. Individuals who require legal services can take steps to verify a practitioner’s credentials through the appropriate professional bodies before handing over money or confidential documents.
The case also highlights the importance of reporting suspected legal impersonation and financial misconduct to the relevant authorities so that the allegations can be investigated.
However, the allegations against Acheampong have not been established as proven facts. Further information would be needed to determine the full circumstances of the case, whether formal charges were filed and what response the suspect may have provided.
The outcome of any investigation or subsequent court proceedings was not available in the information reviewed for this report.
Source: Thepressradio.com
