A member of former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta’s legal team, Frank Davies, has criticised the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyabeng for what he describes as “unnecessary publicity stunts” in his attempt to probe his client for alleged corruption and corruption-related offences.
Speaking in an interview on Joy FM's Middaynews on Monday, March 17, Mr Davies expressed his growing disappointment with the OSP’s handling of the case, insisting that the office should respond to the latest suit filed against him by Mr Ofori-Atta rather than running to the media.
“You have been served with an originating notice of motion. The OSP has conceded that the process has been duly served. As a trained lawyer occupying such an esteemed office, what should he have done? Respond to the motion—not engage in knee-jerk reactions, showboating, and unnecessary attempts to court public attention through press conferences,” Mr Davies asserted.
The criticism comes after the OSP issued a stern warning to Mr Ofori-Atta, stating that he would be re-listed as a wanted person if he fails to appear for questioning on June 2, 2025.
The latest stance of the OSP comes after Ken Ofori-Atta filed a suit against him, seeking an injunction to prevent his reclassification as a wanted person.
His legal team argues that the OSP’s actions are baseless and unjustified, emphasising that he has cooperated with investigations through his lawyers. They claim that any attempt to label him a fugitive would be unfair and damaging to his reputation.
After the former Finance Minister assured authorities of his cooperation with ongoing corruption investigations, the OSP had previously removed his name from its wanted list in good faith.
In a statement responding to a lawsuit filed by Mr Ofori-Atta, challenging the OSP’s earlier decision to declare him a fugitive, the prosecuting authority reiterated its stance. According to the OSP, Mr Ofori-Atta had personally requested his removal from the wanted list, providing assurances that he would make himself available for questioning on a specific date.
Mr Davies, however, questioned the OSP’s motives, insisting that his client remains available and that there is a prior agreement for his appearance in June.
“Our client is still outside the country for a reason, and this reason has been communicated through proper procedures. What else should be done? The OSP agreed that he would appear on June 2. Why not wait until then? This is an act of extreme bad faith, unethical and unprofessional conduct coming from a trained lawyer,” Mr Davies argued.
He further emphasised that there are legal processes available to ensure Mr Ofori-Atta returns to Ghana if necessary, dismissing claims that his client is evading justice.
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