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Extradition proceedings have officially commenced in the United States against Ghana’s former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, according to disclosures by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).
During a court hearing on Thursday, February 26, prosecutors revealed that two separate cases are ongoing in the U.S. The first, relating to alleged immigration violations, began in January 2026. The second, initiated this week, concerns Ghana’s formal extradition request seeking his return to face trial.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that the U.S. Department of Justice has acknowledged receipt of Ghana’s extradition package, including the charge sheet and summons. Ghanaian authorities are awaiting the outcome of both proceedings before advising the court on when Ofori-Atta may be available.
The OSP reminded the court that summons had previously been issued for Ofori-Atta and another accused, Ernest Darko Akore, both subjects of extradition requests filed in November 2025.
Meanwhile, prosecutors announced amendments to the charge sheet in the broader case, reducing the counts from 78 to 75. Pleas were retaken, with all accused persons maintaining not guilty pleas. Two additional witness statements have also been filed.
The case has been adjourned to March 26, 2026.
Source: citinews
