MP Blames Ofori-Atta’s Legal Woes on Lack of Cooperation with OSP
Sissala West MP, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, has entered the heated debate surrounding former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), arguing that the current legal clash stems from Ofori-Atta’s failure to engage transparently with investigators.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on June 10, the lawmaker insisted that the situation could have been avoided if the former minister and his family had fully cooperated with the OSP from the beginning.
“If the former Finance Minister’s family had been open and cooperative with the Special Prosecutor, we wouldn’t be in this mess today,” Sukparu stated.
OSP Acting on Petitions, Not Personal Bias
The MP emphasized that the OSP does not act on its own whims but responds to formal complaints.
“The Special Prosecutor only steps in when corruption allegations are formally brought before him. There were legitimate petitions against Ofori-Atta, and the OSP is simply doing its job—fighting corruption as mandated by law,” he explained.
Ofori-Atta’s Family Fights Back
Sukparu’s comments follow strong pushback from Ofori-Atta’s family, who on June 9 accused the OSP of a “premeditated vendetta” against the former minister. They condemned the OSP’s INTERPOL Red Notice, calling it an abuse of power and a breach of legal protocols.
The family has:
- Petitioned INTERPOL to revoke the Red Notice, alleging manipulated evidence and omission of critical medical details.
- Challenged an arrest warrant issued on February 11, 2025, which accused Ofori-Atta of “using public office for private profit.” They claim the warrant lacked a supporting affidavit and that no formal charges have been filed.
- Disputed the OSP’s classification of Ofori-Atta as a “fugitive from justice,” arguing that the label has no legal basis.
The case is now before the Human Rights Court, with a ruling expected on June 18.
Clash of Narratives
While Ofori-Atta’s family insists the OSP’s actions are politically motivated and legally flawed, Sukparu maintains that due process is being followed.
“The OSP is not acting out of malice—it’s enforcing the law. If there’s nothing to hide, full cooperation should have been the first step,” he argued.
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