Founder of Global Reconciliation Ministry, Robert Olertey, has denied wrongdoing after being arrested alongside two others for allegedly possessing counterfeit US dollar notes.
The suspects — Ebenezer Narh-Tsu, 20, George Attor, 48, and Bishop Olertey, 54 — were picked up on March 11, 2026, during a police operation at Larsi in the Eastern Region. The operation, led by the Odumase-Krobo District Police under the Akosombo Divisional Command, reportedly uncovered 105 bundles of suspected fake $100 notes concealed in a trunk.
Police further alleged that Bishop Olertey attempted to bribe officers with GH¢20,000, an accusation he strongly denies.
On March 13, 2026, suspect Ebenezer Narh-Tsu was arraigned before the Odumase-Krobo Circuit Court and granted bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 with two sureties. He is to report to the police every Monday for two weeks to assist with investigations. The other two suspects were granted police enquiry bail.
Speaking after his release, the bishop claimed he was lured to the location under the pretext of praying for Ebenezer Narh-Tsu, who was allegedly suffering spiritual attacks linked to money rituals in Benin.
“I was contacted through George Attor,an Elder, who told me someone had gone for money rituals in Benin and was being spiritually tormented,” the Bishop explained.
He added, “I initially hesitated because I did not feel at peace in my spirit, but after persistent appeals, I agreed to meet the individual to pray for him at Odumase”.
According to him, events took a dramatic turn upon arrival at the location.
“When we entered the room, I saw a trunk and what looked like a spiritual object. I became uncomfortable and felt we should leave,” he said.
He further narrated that, “As I began praying and ministering to the young man, CID officers suddenly entered and attempted to handcuff me without explanation. I questioned their actions because I had no knowledge of any money.”
Bishop Olertey has denied allegations of attempting to bribe police officers, rather accusing police of misconduct during the arrest, claiming his phone was damaged and data deleted.
“They accused me of money laundering and tried to forcefully handcuff me. At the station, they seized my phone, broke the screen, and deleted recordings,” he alleged.
He has called on the Inspector General of Police to order a full investigation, describing the incident as a deliberate attempt to tarnish his reputation.
Meanwhile, Narh-Tsu has also been granted bail of GH¢100,000 with two sureties by the Odumase-Krobo Circuit Court, while the other suspects remain on police enquiry bail as investigations continue.
