Madam Mildred Donkor, a former Director at Advantage Solutions Limited, told the High Court on Tuesday how she managed accounts and financial transactions for Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his wife, Angela Adjei Boateng. She was the third prosecution witness in the case. Justice Achibonga presided over the court. Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney-General, led her evidence.
The witness explained that BNC Communications Bureau Limited was one of the companies owned by the accused. She began working with this company around 2018 as their business grew. Madam Donkor was responsible for managing its bank accounts. This included making payments, withdrawals, and transfers for the accused persons. Initially, cheque books for the BNC account were not available. This led to funds being moved to other company accounts. Advantage Solutions Limited and Vertex Properties Limited were among these accounts. These transfers helped facilitate transactions.
Once cheque books were ready, withdrawals and payments were made directly. Payments went to third parties or sometimes to Madam Donkor herself. The funds were then handed over to the accused. Many payments were for building materials, such as cement and iron rods. Due to the high volume of financial activity, Madam Donkor kept personal records. She used an Excel spreadsheet and a notebook. This helped her reconcile accounts.
Most instructions for transactions were verbal. These came from the first accused, Mr Adu-Boahene. Sometimes, the second accused, Mrs Boateng, also gave instructions. The transactions were often described as loans. Madam Donkor maintained detailed records to track any repayments. The prosecution sought to submit her Excel records. However, defence counsel requested time to review newly served disclosures. An objection delayed this. A notebook with handwritten records was admitted into evidence. This happened without any objection. She identified 12 cheque books. These were linked to various accounts at Universal Merchant Bank branches. Advantage Solutions Limited and BNC Communications Bureau Limited were among them. Vertex Properties Limited also featured.
Funds were also sent to Madam Margaret Ama Donkor. She is the mother of the first accused. These funds were for a construction project in Asokore, Kumasi. Madam Donkor assisted with purchasing building materials for this project. A photograph of the alleged project caused a legal dispute. The defense objected to its authenticity. They cited provisions in NRCD 323. They argued the witness had not visited the site personally. The court overruled the objection. The judge ruled the witness's identification of the project was sufficient for admissibility. Madam Donkor confirmed her direct role in completing cheque leaflets. She also executed payments. This was done either personally or through others as directed.
The case was adjourned to Thursday, May 7, 2026. This allows for continuation of the proceedings. The management of numerous company accounts highlights complex financial operations. The testimony suggests a system of fund movement between entities. This was to ensure timely payments for construction supplies. The court will examine these financial records in detail.