Ghana's Minority Leader Defends Ken Ofori-Atta's Rights Amid OSP Investigation

Ghana's Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has clarified that his side of the House has no issue with former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta being held accountable for his actions. However, Afenyo-Markin emphasized that the state must follow due process in its investigations.

The Minority Leader's statement comes amid the Office of the Special Prosecutor's (OSP) declaration of Ofori-Atta as a wanted person. The OSP has been investigating Ofori-Atta for various cases, including the loss reduction contract between ECG and Beijing Jao, procurement over National Cathedral, and contracts awarded by the Health Ministry.

Afenyo-Markin argued that if Ofori-Atta has done something wrong, he should be taken to court, where his lawyers can advance legal arguments. He emphasized that the issue is not about opposing accountability but rather about ensuring that the state uses the right procedure in holding Ofori-Atta to account.

Former Minister of Defence Dominic Nitiwul also weighed in on the matter, stating that it was wrong to use soldiers to raid Ofori-Atta's home, especially since he had informed the OSP that he was out of the country and would report back for investigation.

The OSP's Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, announced that Ofori-Atta had repeatedly refused to honor invitations for questioning, leading to his declaration as a wanted person.

Ofori-Atta's lawyers have responded, stating that their client is currently undergoing medical observation and tests abroad and will reschedule the OSP's invitation upon his return to Ghana.

As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the situation will play out. One thing is certain, however: the Ghanaian public is watching closely, and the outcome will have significant implications for the country's accountability and rule of law.