Ken Ofori-Atta Declared Fugitive by Special Prosecutor

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive due to his repeated failure to respond to summons for questioning regarding multiple corruption investigations, including the National Cathedral project and Strategic Mobilization Limited. During a press briefing on February 12, 2025, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng emphasized the need for accountability, stating that all available measures will be taken to compel Ofori-Atta's return to Ghana for questioning. His legal team claims he is out of the country for medical reasons, but the OSP is skeptical, asserting that he must cooperate with the investigation. The declaration marks a significant escalation in the ongoing legal and political saga surrounding Ofori-Atta and sets a precedent for accountability among high-ranking officials. Observers are closely monitoring the situation as the OSP intensifies its efforts. This development underscores the broader commitment to transparency and the rule of law in Ghana's public service.