OSP triggers INTERPOL Red Notice for Ken Ofori-Atta over corruption probe

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has started the process for an INTERPOL red notice. This could lead to the international arrest of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. He has also been added back to the OSP's list of wanted persons. The OSP has officially declared him a fugitive from justice. This information was shared in a press briefing on June 2.

Key issues under investigation include:

- Petroleum and Minerals Revenue Assurance: Contracts between Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

- Electricity Company Contract Termination: Ending a contract with Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology (BXC).

- National Cathedral Project: Financial transactions related to the National Cathedral.

- Ambulance Procurement: A contract with Service Ghana Auto Group Limited for 307 ambulances.

- GRA Tax P-Fund Management: Handling funds from the GRA's Tax P-Fund Account.

### Timeline of Events

January 2025: The OSP notified Mr. Ofori-Atta he was a suspect in five cases. They requested his appearance by February 10.

January 31, 2025: His lawyers informed the OSP he was abroad indefinitely for medical reasons. They offered to represent him while he was away.

February 5, 2025: The OSP rejected this claim and demanded a return date by February 10. They warned of legal consequences if he did not comply.

February 10, 2025: His lawyers submitted a doctor's note stating he needed tests and possibly surgery but provided no clear return date.

February 12, 2025: Due to lack of cooperation, the OSP declared Mr. Ofori-Atta a fugitive from justice based on an arrest warrant.

February 18, 2025: Mr. Ofori-Atta appealed to be removed from the ‘Wanted List’. He provided a definite return date in May, which the OSP accepted.

### Legal Challenge

March 2025: Mr. Ofori-Atta filed a lawsuit against the OSP and Kissi Agyebeng. He sought compensation for being unlawfully declared wanted and requested removal of related content from social media platforms.

March 28, 2025: The Human Rights Court heard his interim application asking to restrain the OSP from declaring him wanted again.

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