Former President Nana Akufo-Addo is reported to be deeply troubled by the growing controversy surrounding his cousin, Ken Ofori-Atta, the former Finance Minister.
According to a report by Ghanaweb, the issues relate to his nearly eight-year tenure at the Finance Ministry and involve allegations of procurement breaches, abuse of office, and possible violations of state and criminal laws.
Sources say Akufo-Addo is worried that the scandal is tarnishing the family name and damaging the legacy of his administration. He is said to be pushing for Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana immediately to face the allegations in person, despite the former minister being in the United States since February for a kidney-related medical condition.
Insiders reveal that the former President is considering approaching President John Dramani Mahama to request a form of assurance that Ofori-Atta can return safely, without being publicly humiliated or arrested at Kotoka International Airport. The intention is to allow Ofori-Atta to face the law calmly while protecting the family’s reputation.
Despite the controversy, Ofori-Atta remains in contact with family and associates and continues to oversee his private businesses, including Enterprise Insurance, Databank Financial Services, and Transition Funeral Home.
However, sources close to Jubilee House say President Mahama has not yet been formally approached and is not willing to interfere in the matter. Officials reportedly insist that the law must take its full course and that Ofori-Atta should first account for, and refund if necessary, any state funds allegedly misused before any discussions about leniency can take place.
The Office of the Special Prosecutor has alleged that Ofori-Atta was involved in an improper agreement between Strategic Mobilisation Limited and the Ghana Revenue Authority. Legal proceedings have already begun in absentia.
Last week, five people, including a company, arraigned in connection with the Strategic Mobilisation Limited scandal, were granted bail by an Accra High Court.
As the situation unfolds, the country watches closely to see whether Ofori-Atta will return and how the law will handle one of the most powerful figures from Akufo-Addo’s administration.
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