Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has outlined a series of reliefs he is seeking from the High Court in his legal battle against the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and its head, Kissi Agyebeng.
The suit, filed on March 13, 2025, comes in the wake of the OSP’s decision to declare Mr. Ofori-Atta wanted — a move he describes as unlawful and damaging to his reputation.
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Central to Mr. Ofori-Atta’s claims is an allegation that Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, as a lawyer and public officer, failed in his duty to act fairly and reasonably.
The former minister argues that Agyebeng’s decision to alter the nature of their engagement through public media briefings, rather than following proper legal channels, constitutes a breach of professional conduct.
Among the key reliefs Mr. Ofori-Atta is seeking are:
The former finance minister’s lawsuit emphasizes the need for due process and respect for his rights amid ongoing corruption investigations.
His legal team argues that his continued listing as a wanted person, despite official communication about his health condition and travel plans, is unjust and damaging.
