Sammy Darko, the Director of Strategy, Communication, and Research at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), has clarified the issues surrounding the incident involving Martin Kpebu’s arrest.
According to Sammy Darko, Martin Kpebu, insults and obstructive behaviour led to his arrest, which had nothing to do with the ongoing inquiry into allegations Mr Kpebu has made against Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng.
Sammy Darko revealed that Martin Kpebu told OSP officials they are nobodies, even their boss, Kissi Agyebeng, is a nobody who will be removed soon.
In a Facebook post, Sammy Darko narrated, “
What Actually Happened at the OSP Premises
1. Events at the Gate
Upon arriving, Mr Kpebu parked his vehicle and stepped outside the gate to conduct an interview. He always does this, brings in media men to speak to them before entering and after exiting. Security personnel cautioned him to move away from the entrance, so he moved to the fried yam seller’s spot and continued speaking to the media. Afterwards, he entered the compound alone. The guards reminded him that photography and videography are not permitted around the premises.
2. Escalation and Arrest
He reacted angrily to the reminder and insulted the guards. They issued a formal warning about his conduct, but he insisted he could act as he pleased and threatened to report them. He told them they are nobodies, even their boss, the head of the agency, is a nobody and will be removed soon. His continued insults and obstructive behaviour led to his arrest for the offence of obstruction of officers in the performance of their duties. He was informed of his arrest on suspicion of obstruction, in accordance with the law. The arrest was executed without force, and there is no internal record of any assault or mistreatment.
Bail, Processing, and Conduct of Counsel
1. Bail Granted
Following the arrest, bail was granted according to standard administrative procedures. The conditions were explained to him and his counsel. However, one of the lawyers refused to leave the premises until Mr Kpebu was brought back. She insulted officers and caused a scene, all of which was recorded. Despite her behaviour, officers removed her gently and without force. Their professionalism deserves commendation.
2. Transfer to Holding Area
Mr Kpebu was transferred to a secured holding area as part of normal processing. Public concerns have been raised about the detention location, but internal records show that all transfers followed protocol. At no point was he denied access to counsel or due process.
No Trap — Just Accountability
Finally, the claim that the OSP “fell into a trap” is unfounded. The Office has not fallen for any trap. It has simply applied the law to protect its personnel and maintain order on its premises.
The message is clear: connections, public influence, or media prominence do not place anyone above the law. If this was intended as a trap, then the OSP passed—because it acted strictly within legal and procedural bounds. Such unruly behaviour would result in an immediate arrest at any law enforcement facility. Could he attempt this at the Police Headquarters or the NIB Headquarters?
Mr Kpebu is expected to report this morning at 11 am after bail was granted last night for further investigations on the offence of obstruction of justice.
A different date will be announced for the continuation of the enquiry into his allegation of corruption”.
Meanwhile, Martin Kpebu, a Private legal practitioner, was released from the custody of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
According to reports, Lawyer Kpebu spent nearly five hours in the custody of the OSP.
The incident follows the ongoing back-and-forth between Martin Kpebu and the Special Prosecutor over his handling of corruption-related cases in the country.
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