Ofori-Atta Loses Bid to Stop OSP From Declaring Him Wanted
Ex-Finance Minister’s attempt to block the OSP’s wanted notice dismissed by Human Rights Court
- Ofori-Atta’s bid to stop the OSP from declaring him wanted was rejected by the Human Rights Court
- He remains under investigation for alleged financial misconduct
- An active Interpol Red Notice has been issued
The Human Rights Court has dismissed a legal challenge by former Finance Minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta aimed at preventing the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) from issuing a public “wanted” notice against him.
Ofori-Atta, who is under multiple investigations for alleged financial misconduct during his time in office, had petitioned the court to block the OSP from making such a declaration, arguing that it would violate his rights and compromise the fairness of ongoing investigations.
However, the court rejected his application, thereby giving the OSP the green light to proceed with its efforts, including public notices and search operations if deemed necessary.
The decision was announced by the OSP in a post on social media platform X on Wednesday, June 18.
This ruling adds to a growing list of civil suits filed by Ofori-Atta in attempts to stall or disrupt legal actions against him, including efforts to prevent arrest warrants and delay investigations into suspected procurement breaches, offshore dealings, and other financial irregularities.
Additionally, Ofori-Atta remains the subject of an active Interpol Red Notice, with extradition proceedings currently in motion to facilitate his return to Ghana. Ghanaian authorities are reportedly coordinating with international partners to enforce the notice.
