Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has revealed that the former Finance Minister, Kenneth Ofori-Atta is living in a state of distress after the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) declared him wanted.

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The OSP on Wednesday declared Ofori-Atta wanted for failing to appear for questioning regarding corruption-related investigations.

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At a press conference, the Special Prosecutor accused Ofori-Atta of causing financial loss to the state in several transactions, including a contract between Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited and the Ghana Revenue Authority for revenue assurance in the petroleum and mining sectors, the termination of a contract with Beijing Xhao Chen Technology BXC, and procurement irregularities linked to the National Cathedral project.

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However, in Parliament on Thursday, February 13, Mr. Afenyo-Markin shared that he had communicated with Mr. Ofori-Atta, who expressed his willingness to cooperate with any ongoing investigations upon his return.

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“If there is anything against any past government official, due process must be followed, and I am sure all of us will have peace,” the Minority Leader said.

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He also reassured the President that the Minority would cooperate with the government when needed, while still fulfilling their role as the opposition.

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Mr. Afenyo-Markin shared details of his latest conversation with Mr. Ofori-Atta, stating that the former minister is deeply concerned by the accusations made against him.

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“As of this morning, Ken Ofori-Atta informed me that he is traumatised by the labelling that has been ascribed to him, but he still knows that his God is with him. He is undergoing medical treatment,” Mr Afenyo-Markin said.

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He mentioned that he had discussed the matter with the Chief of Staff, who confirmed that Mr. Ofori-Atta had officially notified him prior to his departure from the country.

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“I am confident that within a reasonable time, he will return. If there is anything that needs to be investigated, he will make himself available,” he assured.

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Mr. Afenyo-Markin also expressed his intention to liaise with the Office of the Special Prosecutor to address any discrepancies and confirm Mr. Ofori-Atta’s willingness to collaborate with the inquiry.

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