High Court Dismisses Ofori-Atta’s Application Against Arrest Warrant
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta suffers legal setback as High Court backs Special Prosecutor’s arrest warrant and dismisses his challenge in full.
- High Court upholds OSP’s arrest warrant against Ken Ofori-Atta
- Court rules Ofori-Atta’s application had no merit
- Ex-minister remains wanted over alleged procurement breaches
The High Court has dismissed former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s application challenging an arrest warrant issued by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), marking a significant legal setback in his battle with the anti-graft agency.
Ofori-Atta’s legal team argued the OSP overstepped its authority and sought to invalidate both the arrest warrant and a pending Interpol Red Notice. However, the court ruled on Thursday that the application lacked merit and upheld the legitimacy of the OSP’s actions.
The ruling intensifies the standoff between Ofori-Atta and the Special Prosecutor, who is investigating allegations of procurement breaches and financial mismanagement during his tenure.
Despite repeated invitations, Ofori-Atta has failed to appear before the OSP, citing overseas medical treatment—prompting the agency to declare him wanted and initiate international enforcement procedures.
