“Where’s Ofori-Atta”: Netizens Seek Answers From OSP Amid New Initiative to Curb Corruption
- Ken Ofori-Atta is trending again in the wake of Kissi Agyebeng's remarks about efforts to combat corruption
- The OSP urged the youth to take a firm stand against corrupt practices and actively safeguard the nation’s future
- Agyebeng also denied allegations of refusing to collaborate with the Attorney-General to extradite Ofori-Atta
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The online community has once again questioned the mysterious disappearance and uncertain fate of Ghana’s embattled former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta.
This latest wave of debate follows a post made by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on X, on its ongoing fight against corruption across the country.
Source: UGC
Through its Youth Against Corruption (YAC) initiative, the OSP led a sensitisation program in Tamale, urging Ghanaians, particularly the youth, to take a firm stand against corrupt practices and actively safeguard the nation’s future.
“In Tamale, the YAC initiative is training young people to protect their future by pledging to stop supporting, defending, or promoting ‘Mr & Mrs Corruption’ and to take a decisive stand against corrupt practices,” the OSP posted on X on Monday, October 20, 2025.
The OSP added that, as part of its broader anti-corruption campaign, it had 'active prosecutions in the Tamale High Court, including a case involving the former CEO and two deputies of the Northern Development Authority (NDA), along with a private businessman, over an alleged inflated contract.'
It further disclosed that the office had 'successfully blocked an annual GH¢34 million loss after conducting a ghost names risk analysis in the Northern Region.'
"So far, six individuals have been convicted, and restitutions have been paid to the state,” the statement added.
Ghanaians criticise OSP over Ken Ofori-Atta
However, despite these efforts, the YAC initiative appears not to satisfy the expectations of many citizens online.
The social media community has sharply criticised the pace and intensity of government action in fighting corruption, amplifying their voices and intensifying their complaints about how corruption cases are being handled.
Among other concerns, netizens have specifically referenced the long-delayed extradition and prosecution of the former Finance Minister, who has been accused of his alleged involvement in a high-profile corruption scandal, including claims of using public office for personal profit.
Source: Twitter
The OSP had earlier placed Ken Ofori-Atta, who served as a minister under former President Nana Akufo-Addo for seven years, on an Interpol red notice as a wanted man.
Processes were also announced to secure his extradition to Ghana to face trial.
However, the much-anticipated extradition has failed to materialise, leaving many Ghanaians frustrated. Questions continue to mount over the prolonged delay, as citizens demand answers on why the matter remains unresolved.
The OSP's controversial post is below:
Reactions to OSP's post, questions about Ofori-Atta
Yen.com.gh has compiled some public reactions on X:
davking@rosewoodgh wrote:
“Where is Ken Ofori-Atta”
certified Loner said:
“Talk no dey cook rice, where is Ken?”
VIELTECH AgroAir LTD added:
“How far with Ken Ofori issue, any corruption there”
wade said:
“Dear @ospghana, when is Ken Ofori extradition happening?”
@based_kpebu
"This is not why your office was set up. Do the needful and stop this PR."
@JDMahama
"After Jean Mensah is gone, the reset agenda must hit this office too. Waste of resources, nothing to show. Can’t even provide case documents to the AG! Nonsense."
OSP denies blocking extradition of Ofori-Atta
Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported that the Office of the Special Prosecutor had firmly denied claims that it is deliberately blocking the extradition of Ofori-Atta.
It dismissed allegations that it is refusing to collaborate with the Attorney-General to bring the former Finance Minister to justice, despite many months passing.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
