General News of Thursday, 29 June 2017Source: yen.com.ghBegin an independent probe into NLA bribery scandal - CDD tells parliamentParliament of GhanaThe Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) has warned parliament to ensure they investigate that the recent bribery scandal involving the National Lottery Authority (NLA). This scandal, unearthed by Kojo Yankson of Joy FM, has seen the CDD call for a highly strict investigation module if perpetrators of the scandal are to be brought to book. An officer with the legal and governance division of the CDD, Kojo Pumpuni Asante is making a case for wide and strict investigations into the dark and shady deals of parliament. It seems like there is no respect for corporate governance," the CDD official fumed in disbelief. Meanwhile, checks by YEN.com.gh indicate that not only has parliament condemned the development but also they are considering setting up a committee to investigate the matter.

Source: GhanaWeb June 29, 2017 06:56 UTC