Allegations have emerged regarding the General Manager of Operations at the Ghana Gas Company, Ing. Dr. Robert Lartey, suggesting a deep entrenchment of corruption within the organization.
Dr. Lartey, whose rise within the company raised eyebrows, was moved from his role as Lead Engineer to Director in a remarkably short period under the leadership of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the time, Dr. George Sipa-Adjah Yankey.
Sources have stated that his work has been marked by allegations of financial misconduct, including the awarding of contracts under dubious circumstances.
One such contract, for a marker buoy valued at $1.6 million, is said to have been overpriced, suggesting that it could have been executed for under $600,000.
Based on classified information, these claims have raised concerns among staff and stakeholders.
However, these went unchecked as Dr. Lartey allegedly shifted allegiances following the political transition in Ghana, securing a party affiliation with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to maintain his influence.
Further claims implicate Dr. Lartey in several internal dealings facilitated through private companies.
Allegedly, under Dr. Ben Asante’s just-ended administration, he was awarded multiple contracts, including lucrative projects at Ghana Gas, as part of an arrangement to maintain internal cover for questionable financial practices.
Additionally, allegations have surfaced concerning a diversion scheme reportedly led by Dr. Lartey and General Manager of Commercial Stephen Borteye Jomo.
Classified sources claim that the duo manipulated loading system measurement devices, allowing the diversion and sale of liquid resources for personal gain.
Another key point of contention is the controversial $812 million Ghana Gas Processing Plant 2 (GPP 2) deal.
Dr. Lartey allegedly played a pivotal role in orchestrating this contract by reportedly transmitting internal documents to Intel Logistics and guiding them through the bidding process.
In the quest to expedite approval before the 2024 election, he allegedly collaborated with key company figures to introduce a $5 million termination clause in the contract, which was signed under secrecy.
He is said to have collaborated with Dr. Asante and Sylvia to pull this off.
In the wake of all these, he is said to be notorious for threatening staff who call out his inappropriate actions.
These allegations, if substantiated, could indicate a significant misuse of funds and systemic corruption within Ghana Gas.
As the controversy unfolds, there are calls for transparency and accountability within the organization and a swift investigation by authorities to validate these damning allegations and bring the people involved to book.