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Ken Ofori-Atta Declared Wanted Again by OSP Over Corruption Investigations

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1 month ago

June 2, 2025

Adubianews

Earlier today, Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) officially re-declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as a wanted person. This comes after his failure to report in person for questioning, as previously agreed, in connection with ongoing corruption investigations.

The OSP initially declared Ofori-Atta wanted in February 2025 over five major corruption-related cases. These cases include:

A controversial revenue assurance contract involving Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML)
Alleged financial irregularities in the construction of the National Cathedral
The procurement of spare parts for ambulances
The abrupt termination of a network upgrade deal between ECG and Beijing Technology
Allegations surrounding the disbursement of funds from the Ghana Revenue Authority’s tax refund account

After being placed on the wanted list earlier this year, Ofori-Atta’s legal team assured the OSP that he would return to Ghana and honor a scheduled appearance on June 2. In response, the OSP temporarily removed his name from the list.

However, the former minister failed to appear in person on the agreed date. His lawyers cited health concerns, including a recent cancer diagnosis, and requested that the OSP allow a virtual meeting instead. The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, denied the request, insisting on a physical appearance, citing the seriousness of the allegations and the need for proper investigative procedures.

Following the no-show, the OSP reactivated the wanted status and labeled Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive from justice. The office has initiated steps to issue an INTERPOL Red Notice, enabling law enforcement agencies across INTERPOL’s 196 member countries to locate and arrest him for extradition.

Meanwhile, Ofori-Atta’s legal team has filed a motion at the Human Rights Court to challenge the legality of the OSP’s actions. The case is scheduled to be heard on June 18, 2025.

The development marks a significant escalation in Ghana’s ongoing anti-corruption efforts. The OSP has maintained its stance that no individual is above the law, regardless of their former status in public office.