Family of Kenneth Ofori-Atta Accuses Special Prosecutor of Abuse of Power and Political Vendetta
The family of former Finance Minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta has publicly condemned the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for alleged abuse of power, manipulation of evidence, and violation of his human rights.
In a press release dated June 9, 2025, the family accused the OSP of unlawfully declaring Ofori-Atta a “wanted person” through a media briefing—a move they claim lacks legal basis. They also revealed that an INTERPOL Red Notice was issued despite ongoing court proceedings challenging the validity of the arrest warrant. The family has since applied for the withdrawal of the Red Notice, arguing that the OSP suppressed critical evidence, including medical reports confirming Ofori-Atta’s cancer diagnosis and scheduled surgeries at the Mayo Clinic in the U.S.
The OSP’s actions have sparked outrage as the family highlights multiple legal breaches, including denial of due process and disregard for judicial proceedings. A Human Rights Court case, Kenneth Ofori-Atta v OSP, challenges the legality of the OSP’s media declaration and its impact on Ofori-Atta’s rights to health, liberty, and freedom of movement. Despite his willingness to cooperate via a video-recorded interview—a legally permissible alternative—the OSP insisted on his physical presence in Ghana, even after being informed of his critical health condition. The family asserts that the OSP’s refusal to accommodate his medical needs demonstrates a lack of fairness and reasonableness, key principles of administrative justice under Ghana’s Constitution.
Further allegations point to a pattern of political persecution, with the family accusing the OSP of orchestrating a “public lynching” to portray Ofori-Atta as a fugitive. They argue that his consistent cooperation with past investigations—including those by CHRAJ, Parliament, and the ECOWAS Court—proves his commitment to due process. The timing of the OSP’s June 2 press conference, which dismissed his medical condition as unverified, has raised suspicions of deliberate malice. Legal filings now question whether INTERPOL was fully informed of the pending court cases and medical evidence before issuing the Red Notice—a potential violation of international human rights standards.
The family has vowed to continue legal battles to clear Ofori-Atta’s name, expressing confidence that justice will prevail. They affirmed his intention to return to Ghana post-recovery to face the OSP, reiterating his history of transparency in previous investigations. As the Human Rights Court prepares to rule on June 18, the case has drawn significant public attention, with many questioning the OSP’s motives and adherence to the rule of law. The family’s statement concludes with a call for accountability, urging an end to what they describe as a politically motivated vendetta against a man fighting for his life.
Signed:
The Family of Ken Ofori-Atta
