Ofori-Atta Faces Re-Listing as Wanted Person If He Misses June 2 Deadline, OSP Warns

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has issued a stern warning to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, stating that he will be re-listed as a wanted person if he fails to appear for questioning by June 2, 2025.

This comes after Ofori-Atta had previously requested to be removed from the OSP’s wanted list, with the assurance that he would cooperate fully in the ongoing corruption investigations.

The OSP initially took his name off the list after receiving a formal request from Ofori-Atta.

He had assured authorities that he would make himself available for questioning on a specific date. The removal of his name from the list, however, was made conditional on his attendance at the agreed time.

In a statement regarding a lawsuit filed by Ofori-Atta’s relative, Yaw Ofori-Atta, challenging the earlier designation, the OSP clarified its position.

The statement stressed that while Mr. Ofori-Atta had been removed from the wanted list, this was based on the understanding that he would appear before investigators.

“The mandatory requirement for his attendance on June 2, 2025, remains in place,” the statement emphasized.

“Should Mr. Ofori-Atta fail to appear, he will be immediately re-listed as a wanted person, and an Interpol Red Notice will be issued, followed by extradition proceedings.”

In response, Ofori-Atta has filed a legal suit, seeking to block the OSP from re-declaring him a fugitive.

His lawyers argue that the OSP’s actions are unjustified and have already damaged his reputation.

They contend that he has been cooperating with the investigations through his legal representatives, making any further labeling of him as a fugitive unfair.

Ofori-Atta faces several corruption investigations, with allegations of financial misconduct at the center of the probes.

The OSP, however, has maintained its firm stance, reiterating that it will not back down in its efforts to ensure accountability in financial matters.

As the legal battle continues, Ofori-Atta insists that the OSP’s actions have caused “significant damage” to his personal life and reputation, and he is now seeking to prevent any further public declarations regarding his legal status until all proceedings are resolved.