Tiger Eye Private Investigations (PI) has dismissed renewed attempts by former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi to misrepresent the landmark “Number 12” investigation, describing his latest statements as “misinformation and disinformation.”
In a press release dated 6 January 2026, Tiger Eye PI clarified that its CEO, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, was never a defendant in the case commonly referred to by Nyantakyi as “Anas vs. Nyantakyi.” The legal proceedings were between the Republic of Ghana and Nyantakyi, who faced multiple charges, including fraud. Tiger Eye PI called it “bizarre though not unusual” that Nyantakyi continues to distort the narrative.
Anas had been willing to testify as a prosecution witness following the assassination of lead investigator Ahmed Suale, who had reportedly been threatened by Nyantakyi. However, the investigative journalist declined after the trial judge ruled he must testify in court without a mask, exposing him to significant personal risk. Tiger Eye PI emphasised that Anas’ cooperation was strictly conditional on his safety and anonymity, a condition that was non-negotiable.
The Attorney-General subsequently withdrew the case despite substantial evidence of fraud and impersonation, a decision Tiger Eye PI described as a “flawed prosecutorial move” rather than an acquittal.
The press release highlighted that FIFA independently found Nyantakyi guilty of misconduct, issuing a $500,000 fine and a life ban later reduced to ten years, resulting in his removal from both the FIFA Executive Committee and the GFA presidency. Tiger Eye PI insisted these sanctions confirmed that the government’s decision to drop criminal charges had “no justification.”
Nyantakyi had previously filed a defamation and breach-of-privacy suit against Anas but abandoned it. According to Tiger Eye PI, he has instead opted to wage a “court of public opinion” campaign, often alongside Ghanaian MP Kennedy Agyapong. The organisation challenged Nyantakyi to return to court if he wishes to reclaim credibility.
Tiger Eye PI stressed that Nyantakyi may be attempting to rehabilitate his reputation, but warned that “history cannot be rewritten with lies, distortions, or propaganda.” The release urged the public to disregard Nyantakyi’s latest claims.
Concluding the statement, Tiger Eye PI reaffirmed its commitment to exposing corruption in Ghanaian football and beyond, underscoring its guiding principle to “Name, Shame, and Jail.” The organisation hailed its investigative work as pivotal in holding powerful individuals accountable, and asserted that it will continue its efforts despite ongoing attempts to discredit its founders and staff.
The Number 12 investigation, which rocked Ghana’s football establishment, remains a benchmark case in African investigative journalism. The murder of Ahmed Suale in 2019, which remains unresolved, continues to cast a shadow over the proceedings and highlights the risks faced by investigative journalists in the country.
Tiger Eye PI’s statement makes clear that the organisation is resolute in defending the integrity of its work, countering any narratives that seek to obscure the facts of the Nyantakyi case. The release emphasised that the evidence against Nyantakyi was overwhelming, and the FIFA sanctions further validate the findings of the Number 12 exposé.
By maintaining its public stance, Tiger Eye PI seeks to ensure that the broader mission of rooting out corruption in Ghanaian football is not undermined by attempts to shift blame or distort historical events.
The organisation closed the release by reaffirming its mandate to safeguard accountability, transparency, and integrity in Ghanaian sports, reinforcing its role as a leading investigative body on the continent.
Tiger Eye PI’s response is a reminder of the ongoing tension between investigative journalism and public figures seeking to manage reputations, and underscores the critical role of independent oversight in holding officials accountable for misconduct.
Attached is the statement:
