Mildred Donkor, one of the accused in the high-profile National Signals Bureau (NSB) scandal, has declined legal representation from prominent New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawyer, Samuel Atta Akyea, and requested new counsel.
Appearing before the court on Friday, July 18, Mrs. Donkor made it clear that she does not wish to be represented by Mr. Atta Akyea, who is currently acting as lead counsel for all the accused in the case involving the alleged theft of GH¢49 million.
The Attorney General, in April 2025, charged the former Director-General of the NSB, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, along with his wife Mildred Donkor and their company, Advantage Solutions Limited, with stealing, contrary to Section 124(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).
During court proceedings, Chronicle reporter Bernice Bessey—who was present in the courtroom—reported to Joy FM that the presiding judge inquired whether Mrs. Donkor had legal representation. In response, she openly stated that she did not, and requested that the court assign her new legal counsel. Her request was made in the presence of Mr. Atta Akyea.
According to the reporter, the courtroom moment prompted “a mixed reaction” from Mr. Atta Akyea, given the unexpected nature of the request.
Mrs. Donkor’s decision adds a new dimension to the ongoing case, which has attracted significant public and media attention due to the scale of the alleged financial misconduct and the high-profile individuals involved.
The court is expected to rule on her request and possibly assign a new lawyer before the next hearing.
