Ofori-Atta Seeks Virtual Encounter With OSP Amid Alleged Health Complications

Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta will not honour the June 2, 2025 summons by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) due to an unforeseen deterioration in his health, sources close to him have revealed.

His legal team has since submitted medical documentation to both the OSP and the Human Rights Court, indicating that he is currently undergoing surgical procedures and is unfit to travel or appear in person.

Virtual Cooperation and Legal Deadlock

Despite his absence, Mr. Ofori-Atta has reportedly offered to cooperate virtually with investigators under the provisions of the Electronic Transactions Act, allowing for the remote recording of a Cautioned Statement while he remains under medical care.

The OSP has yet to respond to this proposed alternative, though an earlier statement had warned of grave consequences if Mr. Ofori-Atta failed to appear on June 2.

Potential Repercussions

Should the Special Prosecutor reject the latest medical excuse, the following outcomes remain possible:

• Mr. Ofori-Atta could be reinstated on the OSP’s list of wanted persons.

• He may be declared a fugitive from justice once more.

• The OSP could initiate the process to issue an INTERPOL Red Notice, potentially triggering international arrest and extradition.

Pending Legal Challenge

Mr. Ofori-Atta's legal tussle with the OSP continues at the Human Rights Court, where he is challenging his earlier designation as a wanted person. He is requesting not only compensation but also the removal of related OSP declarations from social media.

The case is scheduled for ruling on June 18, 2025.

Investigations Underway

The OSP is currently probing Mr. Ofori-Atta over alleged corruption and abuse of office involving five major public contracts:

• Petroleum and Minerals Revenue Assurance: Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd and GRA

• Electricity Company Contract Termination: ECG and Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology (BXC)

• National Cathedral Project: Procurement and financial irregularities

• Ambulance Procurement: Ministry of Health and Service Ghana Auto Group Ltd

• GRA Tax P-Fund Management: Disbursement and usage of tax funds

Timeline of Events

• Jan 2025: OSP designates Mr. Ofori-Atta a suspect, summons him.

• Feb 2025: Failure to appear leads to fugitive designation.

• Feb 18: Ofori-Atta assures return in May; OSP removes name from list.

• March 2025: Lawsuit filed by Ofori-Atta against OSP.

• March 28: Interim injunction hearing; ruling set for June 18.

Outlook

With tensions escalating, all eyes now turn to the OSP's next move. Will the Special Prosecutor honour the medical excuse or proceed with punitive measures? Will the Human Rights Court uphold Ofori-Atta’s claims?

The coming days will likely prove pivotal in one of Ghana’s most closely-watched legal and political dramas.

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