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The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has issued a warning to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, stating that he will be placed back on its list of wanted persons if he fails to appear for questioning on June 2, 2025.
In response to a lawsuit filed by Mr. Yaw Ofori-Atta, challenging an earlier declaration by the OSP that he was a fugitive from justice, the agency clarified that it had removed his name from the wanted list after receiving a formal request from him.
“Mr. Ofori-Atta formally requested the OSP to remove his name from the OSP’s list of wanted persons with the assurance to the OSP that he would make himself available for questioning on a definite date.
“The OSP, in good faith and on the basis of Mr. Ofori-Atta’s assurance, granted his request and removed his name from the OSP’s list of wanted persons pending his personal attendance at the OSP on the definite date.”
The statement further emphasized that his attendance is not optional, declaring, “Mr. Ofori-Atta is mandatorily required to appear in person before the OSP on 2 June 2025.” The agency also warned of severe consequences if he fails to comply.
“If Mr. Ofori-Atta fails to attend the OSP on the scheduled date, he shall be re-entered on the OSP’s list of wanted persons and the OSP shall consider him a fugitive from justice; whereupon the OSP will cause the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice in his regard and also cause the initiation of extradition proceedings in any jurisdiction in which he may be found.”
The OSP reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the law and ensuring accountability, stating:
“The OSP remains unwavering in its commitment to enforcing the law and ensuring that Mr. Ofori-Atta answers for his role as the prime suspect in five ongoing corruption and corruption-related investigations.”
**Ofori-Atta Challenges OSP’s Actions in Court**
This development comes amid a legal battle initiated by Ken Ofori-Atta, who has sought a court injunction to prevent the OSP from declaring him wanted again. He contends that the agency’s actions are baseless and unjustified.
The dispute originates from the OSP’s earlier declaration that he was a fugitive in connection with alleged corruption and financial misconduct. However, the former minister has repeatedly denied the allegations, asserting that he has fully cooperated with investigators through his legal representatives.
In his lawsuit, Ofori-Atta argues that the OSP’s actions have caused “significant damage to his reputation and personal life.” He has asked the court to restrain the agency from making any further declarations against him until the legal proceedings are concluded.
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