The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) is set to arraign former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and seven others on November 24, 2025, facing 78 counts of corruption and corruption-related offences. The development comes after the Supreme Court's decision on the constitutional mandate of the OSP, which has now resumed trials with new dates scheduled.
OSP Resumes Trials After Supreme Court's Decision
The OSP has scheduled the arraignment of Ken Ofori-Atta and seven others on November 24, 2025, at the High Court. According to a Facebook post by the OSP, the trial is in connection with the Republic v Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta & 7 Ors case. The OSP will be prosecuting Ofori-Atta and seven others for alleged corruption and corruption-related offences.
Ofori-Atta's Case: A Long-Standing Investigation
The OSP has been investigating Ken Ofori-Atta for several years, with the former Finance Minister facing multiple charges of corruption and corruption-related offences. In a statement on its official website, the OSP declared Ofori-Atta a fugitive after thorough investigation. The OSP has also sought to extradite Ofori-Atta, with the Attorney-General still pursuing his extradition.
US Court Verdict: A Blow to OSP's Allegations
In a recent development, a US Immigration Judge ruled that the OSP's allegations against Ofori-Atta lacked credible evidence. The judge found that the prosecution's case was based on only two offenses repeated against the three accused persons, including Ofori-Atta. The ruling is a significant blow to the OSP's case against the former Finance Minister.
What Happens Next
The arraignment of Ken Ofori-Atta and seven others on November 24, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing investigation. The OSP will be prosecuting the former Finance Minister and seven others for alleged corruption and corruption-related offences. The trial is expected to be a major test for the OSP, with the outcome likely to have significant implications for the country's anti-corruption efforts.
Source: 3News
