Ghanaian businessman Nana Appiah Mensah, widely known as NAM1, has reportedly fallen ill amid his ongoing prosecution linked to the collapse of gold dealership firm Menzgold Ghana Limited, reigniting public debate over the high-profile case.
At a sitting of the Accra High Court on March 30, 2026, the presiding judge approved a request by NAM1’s legal team for proceedings to be conducted virtually due to his deteriorating health condition.
According to reports by Myjoyonline, the decision followed the submission of a medical report indicating that the businessman is in a fragile state and unable to engage in strenuous physical activity.
The ruling has since sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some Ghanaians expressing sympathy for his condition, while others questioned the fairness of granting such accommodations in a case of national interest.
NAM1’s legal troubles date back to the controversial collapse of Menzgold, once a prominent gold trading firm that attracted thousands of investors across Ghana.
The company was shut down following regulatory challenges with the Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana, which maintained that Menzgold was operating without the appropriate license to engage in gold trading and investment activities.
The shutdown left many customers unable to access their funds, leading to widespread protests and calls for government intervention.
In 2019, NAM1 was arrested in Dubai over alleged financial infractions, including accusations of fraud. He was later extradited to Ghana to face charges related to defrauding by false pretence and other financial crimes tied to the operations of Menzgold.
Since his return, the businessman has been engaged in a protracted legal battle, with multiple court appearances and ongoing investigations aimed at recovering funds for aggrieved customers.
The latest development regarding his health has added a new dimension to the already complex case.
Source:
www.zionfelix.net
