Amidu Warns OSP: Ofori-Atta Case & Lessons from I.K. Abban's History
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Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu has waded into the ongoing saga between former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), offering a stark warning drawn from the past. Amidu references the late Chief Justice I.K. Abban’s alleged actions toward Justice G.E.K. Aikins during Aikins' battle with prostate cancer, suggesting a parallel to the current situation involving Ofori-Atta.
Amidu's Cautionary Tale
Amidu's commentary serves as a cautionary tale for Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng. He highlights how Abban, who reportedly made light of Aikins' illness, later suffered from the same ailment and died shortly after a controversial retirement. Amidu appears to be urging Agyebeng and the OSP to exercise humility and circumspection in their dealings with Ofori-Atta.
The OSP, led by Kissi Agyebeng, recently claimed that Ofori-Atta failed to provide medical documentation to justify his absence from an appearance before the office. They accused Ofori-Atta of acting in bad faith and suggested their patience was wearing thin.
Ofori-Atta's Legal Team Responds
However, Ofori-Atta's legal team, led by Frank Davies, has strongly denied the OSP's claims. Davies insists that the required medical report was submitted to the OSP as part of court documents filed on May 27th, 2025. This dispute highlights the escalating tension between Ofori-Atta and the anti-corruption body.
- The crux of the issue revolves around the OSP's investigation into Ofori-Atta's financial dealings.
- Amidu's intervention adds another layer of complexity to the already contentious situation.
- The historical reference to I.K. Abban serves as a potent reminder of the potential consequences of hubris and a lack of empathy.
The situation remains fluid, and it remains to be seen how the OSP will proceed in light of Amidu's warning and Ofori-Atta's team's rebuttal.