By Seli Baisie
The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has refuted claims that officials from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) raided the residence of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta.
Addressing the media on Wednesday, February 12, Agyebeng dismissed the reports as a deliberate attempt to discredit the OSP’s investigation and to gain public sympathy.
“The purported raid on Mr. Ken Ofori Atta’s residence was staged, or at best an imposter action in an attempt to court his favour from the OSP and derail the investigation,” he stated.
He emphasized that such tactics would not deter the OSP from carrying out its mandate.
“As for the OSP, we are never discouraged by such occurrences. Our investigations will continue, as prescribed by law,” Agyebeng added.
The Special Prosecutor also addressed concerns about Ofori-Atta’s alleged health condition, which his lawyers cited as the reason for his absence from Ghana.
“The medical documents submitted do not confirm that Mr. Ofori-Atta is physically unable to return to the country without endangering his life,” he said.
He further suggested that the former minister’s departure was intentional and aimed at evading the investigation.
“The first letter from his lawyers, dated 31 January 2025, indicated that he had left the jurisdiction. It was clear from the beginning that this was deliberate, and he has no intention of voluntarily returning,” Agyebeng revealed.
The Special Prosecutor made it clear that steps would be taken to ensure Ofori-Atta’s return.
“He has two choices: either return voluntarily or be compelled to return,” he warned.
Agyebeng also referenced the ongoing probe into the National Cathedral project, highlighting that the report on the matter was submitted on 28 November 2024.
