Senior officials of Guinea’s Central Bank, including the governor, deputy governor, and the head of the national gold miners’ association, are under investigation for the alleged diversion of four tons of gold.
The Guinean presidency disclosed that judicial investigations, spearheaded by the national gendarmerie, have been underway since Monday.
These investigations involve the interrogation of the accused officials, as authorities work to uncover the extent of the alleged embezzlement.
The scandal has sparked outrage across the country, with citizens questioning the accountability and management of the Central Bank.
Pressure is mounting on authorities to ensure transparency and hold those responsible to account as the investigation unfolds.
