Former Deputy Minister of Trade, Dr. Stephen Amoah, has questioned the actions of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding its handling of former Finance Minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta’s case.

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Dr. Amoah criticised the decision to declare Ofori-Atta a fugitive and the reported raid on his residence, arguing that such moves could harm Ghana’s international reputation and security.

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"Sometimes, actions like these give people an undue opportunity to engage in anti-social behaviour. As a financial economist, my concern is how this affects our country globally and within Africa," he stated.

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He warned that these developments could deter investors, saying, "Globalisation is key for investors, who look for democracy and security. If these issues persist, aren’t we compromising our sovereignty, particularly in terms of security?"

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Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on Thursday, Dr. Amoah acknowledged the importance of tackling corruption but insisted that due process must be followed.

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"Is this really the way to fight corruption? The constitution clearly outlines how these matters should be handled," he added.

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Meanwhile, the OSP has denied any involvement in a raid on Ofori-Atta’s home. The former Finance Minister was declared a fugitive on Wednesday, with the OSP citing allegations of financial loss to the state linked to five key contracts signed during his tenure.

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