Samuel Atta Akyea, lawyer for former National Signals Bureau (NSB) boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has cautioned that his client may be compelled to disclose sensitive national security information as part of his legal defence.
Atta Akyea explained that the nature of the case could necessitate a full defence, which might involve delving into classified matters.
Speaking to reporters outside the courtroom on Tuesday, May 13, he urged caution in how the case is managed.
“The way national security matters are being raised, he should come to terms with it. That is what he was trying to do. He was not saying that he is afraid to defend himself by saying that they are pushing him into areas of national security, and when push comes to shove, he has to defend himself.
“Later, someone will ask why a national intelligence officer is trying to bring national security matters into the public domain when he has sworn an oath,” he said.
Meanwhile, Adu-Boahene remains in custody despite the court’s seven-working-day remand order having elapsed.
The former security chief, who is facing charges including stealing, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state, was originally remanded on Friday, May 2, over allegations of witness tampering.
Atta Akyea informed the court on Tuesday that his client had been rearrested on a separate matter after the original remand period ended.
