Ofori-Atta’s Lawyer Dares Special Prosecutor Over INTERPOL Threat

The legal drama surrounding former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has taken another twist, as his lawyer, Frank Davies, has pushed back against the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), calling their recent actions a “bluff.”

Mr. Ofori-Atta is currently being investigated for suspected corruption during his tenure as Finance Minister. Due to ill health, he requested a virtual meeting with the OSP in response to a formal summons—but that request was denied.

Following the rejection, the OSP declared the former minister wanted and initiated steps to secure an INTERPOL Red Notice, an international alert that could lead to his arrest and extradition.

Speaking in a media interview on Monday, June 2, 2025, lawyer Frank Davies accused the OSP of acting unfairly and ignoring communication from Ofori-Atta’s legal team.

“He is within his rights to investigate,” Davies said, “but this entire process is being handled with prejudice and media showmanship.”

Mr. Davies questioned how the Special Prosecutor could publicly dismiss the claim of medical illness without a formal medical report.

“How did he conclude that Ken Ofori-Atta was not ill, or not suffering from cancer? Did he consult any doctor?” he asked pointedly.

“We followed the procedure. We requested a virtual appearance because Ken was unwell. But instead of a legal response, we got a public declaration.”

In a direct challenge to the Special Prosecutor, Davies said confidently:
“If he claims Ken is a fugitive, we’ll be right here waiting for him to bring Ken back into the country.”

Meanwhile, at a press briefing in Accra on the same day, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng defended his office’s decision, revealing that the INTERPOL request had officially been filed. He said Mr. Ofori-Atta’s repeated failures to appear were being treated as obstruction of justice.

According to the OSP, the former minister has consistently refused to honour invitations for questioning, making it necessary to escalate the matter internationally.

The clash between the OSP and Ofori-Atta’s legal team has sparked intense public debate about due process, accountability, and whether legal procedures are being politicised or respected.

As the country watches closely, one thing is clear: this case has become much more than just a legal investigation—it’s now a test of Ghana’s justice system, transparency, and rule of law.