Accra – The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive. Officials accuse him of causing financial loss to the state through questionable government transactions.

One key allegation involves the National Cathedral project. The government allocated $58 million in public funds for the project, despite earlier claims of private funding. However, construction has remained stalled for two years, raising concerns about mismanagement.

Ofori-Atta also approved $11.8 million at the request of the presidential chief of staff. Critics argue that he failed to ensure proper oversight before disbursing the funds.

Investigators are also probing a deal between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML). In 2019, the GRA allegedly paid SML over $83 million without securing legal approval. This has sparked concerns about transparency.

Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has urged Ofori-Atta to return voluntarily. “You have two choices: return willingly or face enforcement,” Agyebeng warned. Authorities have not disclosed his current location.

President John Dramani Mahama’s administration is intensifying its anti-corruption efforts. The government recently launched “Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL),” which has already received over 2,000 complaints about stolen state assets.

The OSP’s decision signals a stronger push to hold public officials accountable for financial misconduct.

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