Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has reportedly applied for permanent residency in the United States as legal scrutiny and corruption allegations against him intensify in Ghana, according to his lawyer. The development comes at a time when Ghanaian authorities continue to pursue investigations and legal processes related to several cases linked to his tenure at the Ministry of Finance.
Speaking on the matter, the lawyer indicated that Ofori-Atta is pursuing a legal pathway to remain in the United States rather than returning to Ghana while the cases remain active. The former minister is currently dealing with immigration issues in the U.S. after reportedly overstaying his visa, a situation that has placed him under the custody of U.S. immigration authorities.
Back in Ghana, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has been investigating several alleged corruption-related matters involving the former minister. The investigations reportedly cover issues such as contracts linked to revenue assurance, the ECG-BXC deal termination, the National Cathedral project, ambulance procurement, and the use of the Ghana Revenue Authority’s tax refund account.
The case has drawn significant public attention as Ghanaian authorities continue to pursue accountability over alleged financial misconduct involving public officials. Meanwhile, Ofori-Atta has consistently maintained his innocence and has previously argued that the allegations against him are politically motivated.
Legal analysts say the outcome of both the immigration proceedings in the United States and the corruption investigations in Ghana could shape the next phase of the high-profile case involving the former finance minister.
Source: GhanaWeb
Reporter: GhanaWeb Business Desk
