Renowned Ghanaian lawyer and former Chief Executive of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, Tsatsu Tsikata, has made a startling allegation that there were credible plans to poison him during his time in prison.
Speaking publicly about his past incarceration, Mr. Tsikata disclosed that while serving his sentence, he received authoritative information suggesting that some individuals had intended to end his life through poisoning. According to him, the warning came from sources he considered reliable, raising serious concerns about his safety at the time.
Mr. Tsikata was imprisoned in 2008 following a conviction related to causing financial loss to the state. His case, however, became one of the most politically charged legal battles in Ghana’s recent history, drawing widespread attention and debate over due process and judicial independence.
Recounting his experience, he indicated that the alleged plot added a layer of psychological strain to an already difficult period of incarceration. Despite the threat, he maintained composure and remained focused on his legal battle and personal resilience.
He did not name the individuals behind the alleged plot but emphasized the gravity of the information he received, describing it as “authoritative” and deeply troubling. His comments have reignited discussions about prison conditions, inmate safety, and the treatment of high-profile detainees in Ghana.
Following his release, Mr. Tsikata was granted a presidential pardon by former President John Agyekum Kufuor in 2009, effectively ending his incarceration and allowing him to return to legal practice.
His latest revelation is likely to spark renewed public interest in his case and broader concerns about justice, human rights, and political influence within Ghana’s legal and correctional systems.
