Mahama’s brother links him to $4Bn Airbus Scandal

Samuel Mahama, younger brother of former President John Mahama, has admitted being a key intermediary in Airbus's controversial sale of C-295 aircraft to Ghana.

In a recent interview with The Africa Report, Samuel revealed that John Mahama, as Vice President, actively supported the deal, attending meetings and helping overcome hurdles.

He also confirmed that Airbus bypassed compliance rules, citing his family ties as a reason for involving him.

Despite being cleared by Ghana's Special Prosecutor in August 2024, the admissions have reignited scrutiny over John Mahama's role in the €90 million deal, which paid Samuel Mahama and his partner €2.75 million in commissions.

The revelations raise fresh concerns about ethics in the handling of the transaction.