Unraveling Corruption: Ken Ofori-Atta Embroiled in Four High-Profile Cases Amid OSP Investigation

*Unraveling Corruption: Ken Ofori-Atta Embroiled in Four High-Profile Cases Amid OSP Investigation*

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive and a suspect in four high-profile corruption investigations. These cases involve major financial transactions and procurement deals, raising concerns about accountability in public service.

The first case under investigation is the *National Cathedral Procurement Scandal*, where Ofori-Atta is being investigated over procurement irregularities related to the controversial National Cathedral project. The project has faced public backlash over funding transparency and is under scrutiny for possible financial mismanagement and procurement breaches.

Another case involves the *Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML) Contract*, where the OSP is probing a contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML). The deal, allegedly worth billions, was signed under Ofori-Atta’s tenure and has raised questions about its legitimacy and financial impact on the state.

The *ECG and Beijing Jao Loss Reduction Contract* is also under investigation, which involves a contract between the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Beijing Jao, aimed at reducing system losses. The OSP is assessing whether due process was followed and if the contract resulted in financial losses for the country.

Lastly, the *Health Ministry’s Contracts with Service Ghana Auto Limited (Ambulances Deal)* is being investigated, where the Special Prosecutor is looking into contracts awarded by the Ministry of Health to Service Ghana Auto Limited for the procurement of ambulances. This investigation seeks to determine if procurement rules were breached and whether funds were mismanaged.

Despite multiple invitations for questioning, Ofori-Atta has refused to cooperate, with his legal team claiming he is indefinitely out of the country for medical reasons. However, the Special Prosecutor insists he is a fugitive and has vowed to take all necessary steps to bring him to justice.

Story by Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy