Claims linking Ibrahim Mahama to VALCO acquisition false — Aide

"Unfortunately the allegation is the latest in several vile attempts to impute the integrity of Mr Ibrahim Mahama and subject him to needless public engagements," the statement said."Mr Ibrahim Mahama has no such interest and has not made any such offer to acquire VALCO," the statement stressed.

Track record Defending Mr Mahama's business interests, the statement maintained that companies associated with him had been established or acquired through lawful processes and operated in compliance with Ghana's laws.