Building Contractor Faces Fraud Charges Over Land Sale

A 49-year-old building contractor, Torgbui Agah Semaglo, is expected to appear before the Circuit Court in Dansoman, on April 14, 2025 following his absence at the initial hearing of his case.

The court, presided over by Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit, adjourned the matter after the accused failed to appear.

Semaglo faces two counts of fraudulent land transaction and defrauding by false pretence under Section 277(2)(a) of the Land Act, 2020 (Act 1036) and Section 131(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29) respectively.

Background of the Case

According to the prosecution, in February 2023, Semaglo allegedly sold a plot of land at Adjen Kotoku, in the Greater Accra Region, to Aku Allotey for GH¢73,800.00 despite lacking the legal authority to do so.

Additionally, he is accused of taking an extra GH¢9,000.00 from Aku Allotey, under the pretence of supplying her with 3,000 pieces of cement blocks, a promise he allegedly failed to fulfill.

The case came to light when another individual claimed ownership of the land, leveled it and prevented Aku Allotey from developing it.

When the matter was reported to the police, investigations revealed that Semaglo had attempted to relocate Aku Allotey to another piece of land at Kotoku-Agyeman, which was found to be flooded and unsuitable.

Torgbui Agah Semaglo initially refunded GH¢20,000.00 leaving an outstanding balance of GH¢62,800.00.

However, he allegedly failed to cooperate with the police, leading to his prosecution.

Following police investigations, Torgbui Semaglo was served with a summons to appear before the court.

However, at the latest hearing, he was absent, prompting the court to set a new date for his appearance.

The case is scheduled to continue on April 14, 2025 where the court is expected to address the allegations and determine the way forward.

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