The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has warned that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta will be re-listed as a wanted person if he fails to appear for questioning on June 2, 2025.
In a statement, the OSP clarified that it had removed his name from its wanted list in good faith after he personally assured the agency that he would cooperate.
“Mr. Ofori-Atta formally requested the OSP to remove his name from the OSP’s list of wanted persons with the assurance that he would make himself available for questioning on a definite date,” the statement noted.
However, the OSP emphasized that his attendance is mandatory, and failure to comply will have serious legal repercussions.
The OSP stressed that should Ofori-Atta fail to appear, he would be reclassified as a fugitive from justice, prompting the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice and extradition proceedings in any jurisdiction where he may be found.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the law, stating, “The OSP remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring that Mr. Ofori-Atta answers for his role as the prime suspect in five ongoing corruption and corruption-related investigations.”
Meanwhile, Ofori-Atta has challenged the OSP’s actions in court, seeking an injunction to prevent the agency from re-declaring him wanted. He argues that the OSP’s decision is unjustified and has caused “significant damage to his reputation and personal life.”
The former minister, who has denied all allegations, insists that he has cooperated through his legal representatives.
His legal battle against the OSP now awaits a court ruling, which could determine the next phase of the investigation.
