The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has defended its handling of high-profile corruption cases, saying its operations are guided by the law and due process.
The OSP’s response comes amid criticism over its handling of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s case, who was recently declared wanted in connection with four corruption-related investigations.
Sammy Darko, Head of Communications and Strategy at the OSP, addressed the criticism on the Citi Breakfast Show.
“Those on the side who say that the OSP is not following the law, it is just borne out of a misunderstanding of the OSP law,” Darko said.
Darko cited the Charles Bissue case as an example, highlighting the challenges the OSP faces in its investigations.
“We had wanted to arrest him, and he ran to the court and said we had unlawfully procured an arrest warrant, but they lost and they decided to go to the Supreme Court and file other actions.”
Regarding Ofori-Atta’s case, Darko emphasized the need for due process. “And with Ofori-Atta, how do you obtain an arrest warrant without charge? And if we think that we need his presence, some people say we can proceed without him.”
The OSP’s handling of Ofori-Atta’s case has sparked intense debate, with some questioning the timing of the declaration and the OSP’s ability to bring him to justice.