A member of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s legal team, Frank Davies, has criticized the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyabeng, for what he describes as “unnecessary publicity stunts” in probing his client for alleged corruption-related offenses.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Midday News on Monday, Davies expressed disappointment with the OSP’s handling of the case, insisting the office should respond to the latest suit filed by Ofori-Atta rather than seeking media attention.
“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,” he stated.
His comments follow the OSP’s warning that Ofori-Atta would be re-listed as a wanted person if he fails to appear for questioning on June 2, 2025.
Ofori-Atta recently filed a suit against the OSP, seeking an injunction to prevent his reclassification as a wanted person. His legal team argues that he has cooperated with investigations through his lawyers, and any attempt to label him a fugitive would be unfair and damaging to his reputation.
Previously, the OSP had removed Ofori-Atta’s name from its wanted list after he assured authorities of his cooperation. The prosecuting body has since reiterated that Ofori-Atta had personally requested removal from the list, pledging to be available for questioning on a specific date.
Davies, however, questioned the OSP’s motives, insisting that his client remains available and that an agreement exists 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,” Davies argued.
He further emphasized that legal processes exist to ensure Ofori-Atta returns to Ghana if necessary, dismissing claims that his client is evading justice.
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