OSP Threatens to Declare Ofori-Atta Wanted Again if He Skips June 2
Former Finance Minister risks being declared a fugitive again as OSP threatens Interpol Red Notice and extradition.
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has issued a stern warning to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, stating that he will be declared a wanted man once again if he fails to appear for questioning on June 2.
In response to a lawsuit filed by Mr. Yaw Ofori-Atta challenging the OSP’s previous declaration of Ken Ofori-Atta as a fugitive, the Special Prosecutor’s office clarified that it had removed his name from the wanted list in good faith following his request.
“Mr. Ofori-Atta formally requested the OSP to remove his name from the wanted list, assuring that he would present himself for questioning on a definite date. Acting in good faith, the OSP granted his request pending his personal appearance on the scheduled date,” the statement read.
The OSP emphasized that Ofori-Atta is legally required to appear before the agency on June 2, 2025. Should he fail to do so, he will be re-listed as a wanted person and classified as a fugitive from justice.
“If Mr. Ofori-Atta fails to appear on the scheduled date, his name will be reinstated on the OSP’s wanted list. The OSP will then issue an Interpol Red Notice and initiate extradition proceedings in any jurisdiction where he may be found,” the agency warned.
The OSP reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing accountability, stating, “We remain unwavering in our resolve to uphold the law and ensure that Mr. Ofori-Atta answers for his role as the prime suspect in five ongoing corruption and corruption-related investigations.”
Meanwhile, Ken Ofori-Atta has filed a lawsuit seeking an injunction to prevent the OSP from declaring him wanted again. He argues that the agency’s actions are baseless and have caused irreparable harm to his reputation.
The case stems from the OSP’s earlier designation of him as a fugitive in relation to alleged corruption and financial misconduct. The former minister maintains that he has cooperated with the investigation through his legal representatives and insists on his innocence.
Ofori-Atta is urging the court to restrain the OSP from making further declarations against him until the legal matter is fully resolved. As the deadline looms, all eyes are on the next move from both sides in this high-stakes legal battle.
