On February 13, 2025, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) stated that the recent raid on former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s residence was a fabricated event. According to intelligence from the OSP, the incident was orchestrated by unidentified individuals to incite public unrest and undermine ongoing investigations. The OSP has firmly denied any involvement in the raid, asserting that it was a deliberate act aimed at discrediting their work.

Details of the Alleged Raid

• The incident reportedly took place on February 11, 2025, while Ofori-Atta was abroad receiving medical treatment in the United States.
• Eyewitnesses described a group of individuals dressed in military attire storming his home in Cantonments, raising concerns about the legitimacy of the operation.

OSP’s Response

• Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng addressed the media on February 12, categorically stating that the OSP did not conduct any raid on Ofori-Atta’s residence.
• He remarked, “The OSP did not authorize any individual, whether in uniform or not, to carry out such an act. This is not the style of the OSP.”
• Agyebeng suggested that the alleged raid was either staged or executed by imposters seeking to undermine the OSP and disrupt its investigations into Ofori-Atta.

Ongoing Investigations

• The OSP has identified Ofori-Atta as a suspect in several high-profile corruption investigations, including:
  • The National Cathedral Project: Allegations of financial mismanagement.
  • Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML): Issues related to procurement and contracts.
  • Two Undisclosed Cases: Ongoing inquiries into other potential corruption matters.

Public Reaction and Implications

• The allegations surrounding the raid have generated widespread speculation and concern regarding the integrity of the ongoing investigations.
• Agyebeng reassured the public that such attempts to undermine the OSP would not deter their commitment to pursuing justice and accountability.

Conclusion

The OSP’s assertion that the raid on Ken Ofori-Atta’s home was fabricated raises significant questions about the motives behind the incident and its implications for the ongoing investigations. As the situation develops, the OSP remains focused on its mission to combat corruption and uphold the rule of law in Ghana.