Pressure continues to mount on former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as a respected security and governance analyst demands his return to Ghana to confront legal issues tied to his time in government.
Emmanuel Kotin, Executive Director of the African Centre for Security and Counterterrorism, believes the former minister should voluntarily return to the country if he has nothing to hide regarding his administration of the economy and financial dealings on behalf of the state. He stressed that the public deserves clarity, particularly concerning contentious revenue-related agreements and other economic decisions taken during his tenure.
In his view, Ofori-Atta’s continued absence creates damaging perceptions that could stain not only his personal reputation but also the integrity of his family for years to come. Kotin argued that ignoring the situation only fuels suspicion and negatively shapes how future generations might view the Ofori-Atta name.
He also raised concerns about the efficiency of the Office of the Special Prosecutor, suggesting that the agency has not measured up to the mandate and resources given to it. He called for a fresh evaluation of the legal framework that guides the office, as he believes prosecution outcomes have been far below expectations.
These remarks follow new disclosures from Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, who stated that his office is working with the Attorney General’s Department to facilitate the extradition of Ken Ofori-Atta. The move forms part of ongoing inquiries into the controversial Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) revenue assurance contracts — a deal the OSP insists was unnecessary, wasteful, and tainted by procurement concerns.
The Special Prosecutor has already confirmed that six former government officials, including Ofori-Atta, are expected to stand trial before the end of November 2025, with investigators insisting they have gathered substantial evidence of wrongdoing.
As legal processes advance, national attention remains fixed on whether the former finance minister will return willingly or be compelled to do so under formal extradition arrangements.
