US Court Approves Extradition of Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu to Ghana
April 12,2026
A United States District Court in Nevada has approved the extradition of former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre, Sedina Christine Tamakloe-Attionu, to Ghana to serve a 10-year prison sentence.
The court confirmed that it has jurisdiction over both the case and the accused, and that the extradition treaty between the United States and Ghana remains valid. It also determined that the individual presented in court is the same person sought by Ghanaian authorities and that all supporting documents submitted were properly certified.
Additionally, the court found probable cause to believe that Tamakloe-Attionu committed the offences for which her extradition is being sought. It subsequently ordered that she be held in the custody of the United States Marshals Service, pending a final decision by the U.S. Secretary of State on her surrender.
Tamakloe-Attionu was convicted in Ghana in April 2024 and sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment with hard labour on multiple counts, including causing financial loss to the state, stealing, conspiracy, money laundering, and procurement-related offences. She left Ghana before the conclusion of her trial after being granted permission to travel abroad for medical treatment.
Her extradition represents a significant step in efforts by Ghanaian authorities to enforce the court’s ruling and ensure accountability in the case.
Background of the issue
In April 2024, Tamakloe-Attionu was convicted on 78 counts linked to financial misconduct during her tenure between 2013 and 2016. Her co-accused, Daniel Axim, was also sentenced to five years’ imprisonment.
The case involved the misappropriation of funds intended for MASLOC operations. Evidence presented during the trial revealed irregularities, including the disappearance of a GH¢500,000 loan refunded by Obaatampa Savings and Loans, the misapplication of over GH¢1.7 million allocated for a sensitisation programme, and the partial disbursement of funds meant for victims of the Kantamanso fire outbreak.
Further findings pointed to inflated procurement costs for vehicles and Samsung mobile phones, with prices significantly exceeding market rates despite bulk purchases.
The case has attracted widespread public interest as part of ongoing efforts to address financial mismanagement and recover state resources.
