Former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), Professor Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, has publicly denied any involvement in wrongdoing in connection with the ongoing Sky Train case, affirming his innocence in a statement following his court appearance.
On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Accra High Court granted bail to the former Minister for Education in the sum of GH₵10 million, with two sureties backed by landed property located in Accra.
Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi has pleaded not guilty to all charges leveled against him, including willfully causing financial loss to the state and the intentional dissipation of public funds.
Making his first public remarks since being arraigned, the 80-year-old academic welcomed the legal process as an opportunity to clear his name. He emphasized his belief in accountability, stating that it must be pursued within the bounds of fairness and justice.
“I am confident in my innocence and look forward to the opportunity to demonstrate this in court,” he said.
Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi acknowledged the difficulty of the situation and expressed heartfelt appreciation to his family, legal team, and close friends for their unwavering support.
He also extended special thanks to former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong, whom he praised for his “Santa Claus–like brotherliness,” and to Techiman South MP Martin Kwaku Agyei Mensah Korsah, whose support he described as a testament to the enduring strength of family bonds.
The charges stem from the controversial Sky Train project, a proposed urban rail initiative for which $2 million was disbursed but never materialized into any functional infrastructure.
Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi is currently facing four charges in connection with the failed project.
Read the full statement below:
Personal Statement from Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi
I have taken note of the concerns expressed by many regarding the ongoing legal proceedings in the Sky Train case and wish to state that I have pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against me.
I remain a firm believer in accountability, provided it is pursued within the framework of fairness and justice. I welcome the opportunity to clear my name and have full confidence in my innocence.
Since news of my arraignment, I have been deeply moved by the unwavering support and encouragement from my family, friends, and legal team.
Their steadfast belief in my integrity has strengthened my resolve as I go through this process. I continue to trust in the judicial system to uphold the truth.
Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi has also expressed his deepest gratitude to all those who solidarized with him in recent times and extends special appreciation to Hon. Kennedy Akompreko Agyapong, who demonstrated true brotherliness, and Hon. Martin Kwaku Agyei Mensah Korsah,MP for Techiman South whose support highlighted the importance of family ties.
Professor Ameyaw-Akumfi cited the phrase “blood indeed is thicker than water” in reference to Hon. Korsah’s support emphasizes the significance of kinship.
He also commended Hon. Agyapong’s “Santaclausian brotherliness,” describing it as a genuine display of camaraderie.
