Mutters Over Alleged Arrest Of Nigerian Multi-Billionaire In Ghana

The publisher of Ovation Magazine, Dele Momodu, has raised dust over the reports in Ghanaian media over the arrest of Nigerian multi-billionaire owner of Aieto Energy, Benedict Peters.

In a post on his Instagram page he debunked the claims that Benedict Peters, was arrested in Accra for allegedly deploying an “armed militia” that blocked access to a high-end residential estate near the Jubilee House.

Dele Momodu who took to his Instagram to ventilate on the issue described the incident as an “overblown story” and criticised the tendency of sensationalising news involving Nigerian citizens abroad.

“Any news that bears Nigerian citizens in it often generates some hoopla and hysteria,” he wrote. “But as someone who knows Benedict reasonably well as a well-informed and unassuming businessman, I knew the lurid picture being painted of him was obviously littered with tarbrush.”

Momodu who claimed to have spoken to Benedict Peters following the reported arrest said that the Ghanaian authorities handled the situation with professionalism and speed, effectively calming tensions.

“He said the Ghanaian authorities acted promptly, professionally and responsibly to douse the tension,” Momodu said, adding that such conduct reinforces Ghana’s reputation as a welcoming destination for investors and tourists.

Meanwhile, Ghanaian security officials and Benedict Peters are yet to release a statement on the alleged arrest.

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