By Lawrence Odoom.
The Minority in Parliament has vehemently condemned the Special Prosecutor’s characterization of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as a fugitive, describing it as “shocking” and devoid of due process.
According to Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei, it is astounding that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) would label Ofori-Atta a fugitive without bringing any formal charges against him.
“This is shocking when no charges have even been proffered against the former Finance Minister,” Appiagyei stated during a press briefing in Parliament on Thursday, February 13, 2025.
The Minority caucus also denounced the raid on Ofori-Atta’s residence, emphasizing that state security apparatus should not be utilized for “political persecution”.
The Minority alleged that the government is engaging in “reckless attacks” against former appointees, with Appiagyei noting, “The very leaders who cried foul over what they claim is military intimidation are now wielding power in an even more reckless, tyrannical manner. This is not governance but a hostile takeover”.
The Minority vowed to resist “political persecution” in the country and demanded an immediate end to what they termed as attacks on their officials.
“We will not remain silent while political persecution takes root in Ghana. This country belongs to all of us, and no administration has the right to weaponize state institutions against its political opponent,” Appiagyei declared.
Furthermore, the Minority demanded an immediate investigation into these politically motivated attacks and insisted that those responsible be held accountable. “The harassment of former government officials must cease immediately,” Appiagyei added.
