A shadow of doubt hangs over former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, as questions swirl about his time in office. Will he face the music, or will history repeat itself? This is the core of the controversy.
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Attractive News Blog - Monday, January 12, 2026
Source: Andre Mustapha NII okai Inusah (https://www.ghanaweb.com/blogs/attractivenews)
The opposition is holding former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta accountable, scrutinizing his reluctance to address concerns about his tenure. NDC lawyer Kojogah Adawudu has voiced strong concerns that this lack of transparency could permanently damage the Ofori-Atta family's reputation.
During a discussion on Metro TV's 'Good Morning Ghana' on Monday, Adawudu questioned why a former finance minister, who had the responsibility of managing the nation's finances, would avoid public scrutiny. He directly asked, "Why are you running away?" He emphasized the importance of accountability for someone who held such a significant position, adding, "Why can't you come and account to the good people of Ghana?"
Adawudu painted a stark picture of the potential legacy Ofori-Atta might leave behind, asking, "Is this what you want to leave for your children? That your father refused to account, that your father was uncovered, that your father stole the people’s money? Is that the inheritance you want to leave for your family?"
And this is the part most people miss... Adawudu drew a parallel between Ofori-Atta's actions and the story of his great-uncle, J.B. Dankwa, who tragically died in detention during Ghana's first republic under President Kwame Nkrumah. He pointed out the existing "blot on the family narrative" due to Dankwa's death and questioned whether Ofori-Atta wanted to repeat this pattern, passing down a similar legacy through generations.
Furthermore, Adawudu criticized Ofori-Atta's approach to law enforcement, highlighting that cooperating with investigations is not inherently humiliating. He stated, "If you are invited by the police and you go willingly, they won’t put handcuffs on you." He expressed surprise at the Office of the Special Prosecutor's previous description of Ofori-Atta as a fugitive, implying that his current behavior supports this characterization.
Adawudu also emphasized the importance of accountability, particularly in light of Ofori-Atta's Christian faith. He stated, "As Christians, we know this world is not our home. At the end of the day, we all give an account of our stewardship. So why are you refusing to account now?"
These comments come amid reports that Ofori-Atta was detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) due to visa-related issues.
What do you think? Do you believe that public officials should be held to a higher standard of accountability? Do you agree with Adawudu's comparison to J.B. Dankwa? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
