Agyebeng Talks Tough: Ofori-Atta Can’t Be Treated Like A King … Says He Is Fugitive From Justice

OSP Questions Ofori-Atta's Special Treatment Claim

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) is questioning Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta. He is the former Finance Minister under investigation for alleged corruption.

Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng held a press briefing in Accra yesterday. He stated that no one is above the law, regardless of their position. He mentioned former President John Dramani Mahama as an example of compliance.

Agyebeng said, “We didn’t have to chase him around the world.” He questioned why Ofori-Atta thinks he deserves special treatment.

Ofori-Atta missed a scheduled interview on June 2. As a result, the OSP declared him wanted and a fugitive from justice again. Agyebeng confirmed that extradition proceedings have started.

An INTERPOL Red Notice has been issued to help arrest him abroad. The OSP began investigating Ofori-Atta on January 24, 2025, naming him as a suspect in multiple cases.

He was summoned for questioning on February 10 but claimed he was abroad for medical treatment. The OSP accused him of stalling the investigation with “utter bad faith.”

Medical Excuses Rejected

The Special Prosecutor outlined communications with Ofori-Atta’s legal team. They noted a pattern of non-compliance from his side.

Initially, he cited an indefinite medical stay abroad. Later, he mentioned possible surgery on March 20-21. The OSP extended the deadline and rescheduled his interview for June 2.

However, the surgery did not happen, and they were informed only on May 28. His lawyers then revealed a new cancer diagnosis and suggested a video statement instead of an in-person interview.

The OSP rejected this offer firmly. Agyebeng stated that suspects cannot dictate how investigations are conducted.

Legal Action and Broader Impact

Within half an hour of the press briefing, the SP requested international enforcement assistance via INTERPOL. They also began securing Mr. Ofori-Atta’s extradition.

Agyebeng emphasized that no one is beyond inquiry by this office due to title or status.

Timeline of Events

- January 24, 2025: OSP informs Mr. Ofori-Atta about his investigation.
- January 31: His lawyers say he is abroad indefinitely for medical reasons.
- February 5: The OSP rejects their proposal to represent him in absentia.
- February 10: Lawyers submit a generic doctor’s note without a return date.
- February 12: Due to lack of cooperation, Mr. Ofori-Atta is declared a fugitive.
- February 18: He appeals to lift the warrant against him.
- March-May: Continued delays and revised medical claims from his team.
- May 28: Lawyers disclose new cancer diagnosis; propose virtual interview.
- June 2: Mr. Ofori-Atta fails to appear; OSP declares him wanted again and seeks INTERPOL's help.