By The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has issued a firm ultimatum to former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta. They demand his appearance for questioning. This is in relation to five high-profile corruption investigations.
The OSP has set June 2, 2025, as the mandatory date for Mr. Ofori-Atta to appear in person.
An official statement released on March 17, 2025, indicated that failure to comply will have consequences. It will result in his immediate reclassification as a wanted person again. This will trigger international extradition measures, including an Interpol Red Notice.
However, while the legal battle continues, the OSP has made it unequivocally clear that its demand for Mr. Ofori-Atta’s appearance is non-negotiable and forms part of its commitment to combat corruption at the highest levels of government.
Background of the Case
Ken Ofori-Atta served as Ghana’s Finance Minister for most of the Akufo-Addo administration. He has been embroiled in a series of corruption allegations. Allegations of financial misconduct have sparked widespread public debate. These issues have also ignited political debate.
These allegations include accusations of misappropriation of public funds. They also involve abuse of office. Additionally, there is complicity in corrupt procurement practices during his tenure.
The OSP, mandated to investigate and prosecute cases of corruption and corruption-related offenses, identified Mr. Ofori-Atta as the prime suspect in at least five ongoing corruption cases.
Following initial investigations, the OSP declared him a wanted person. They alleged that he had evaded attempts to secure his cooperation with investigators.
However, Mr. Ofori-Atta formally wrote to the OSP. He requested the removal of his name from its wanted list. He assured the office that he would make himself available for questioning on a definite date. Acting in good faith, the OSP agreed to this request and temporarily removed him from its list of wanted persons.
Yet, the unfolding legal drama has taken a new twist following Mr. Ofori-Atta’s lawsuit challenging the OSP’s initial decision to label him a fugitive. This move has provoked a sharp response from the OSP, which insists that Mr. Ofori-Atta’s compliance is conditional upon his physical appearance before investigators on the agreed date.uci=a!3&btvi=2&fsb=1&dtd=M
Read the SP’s latest statement below:
