Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has spoken out for the first time regarding the ongoing criminal investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), describing the situation as confusing and distressing.
In an open letter dated February 26, he expressed frustration over the allegations, which include financial transactions related to the Strategic Mobilisation-GRA contract, the ECG-BXC contract termination, National Cathedral payments, ambulance procurement, and the use of the Tax Refund Account.
His statement follows the OSP’s issuance—and subsequent withdrawal—of a wanted notice against him after he indicated his willingness to return voluntarily.
Ofori-Atta detailed his version of events, stating that he was out of the country for medical reasons when the OSP summoned him for an in-person meeting on February 10, 2025.
He claimed he had not been the originating or implementing minister in any of the cases under investigation and had offered his lawyers to provide the necessary information in his absence.
However, he said the Special Prosecutor declined this request and insisted on a firm date for his personal attendance.
“Instead, on February 11, my home was raided by armed National Security operatives,” he revealed, expressing shock at the turn of events. Despite his concerns, the OSP has warned that failure to honor his commitment to return could result in further legal consequences.
