Lawyer Frank Davies, a member of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s legal team, has accused the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) of mishandling the case and called for a public apology to Ghanaians.
Speaking on an AM show on Monday, February 16, 2026, Davies criticised the OSP over the now-deleted INTERPOL Red Notice against Ofori-Atta, describing the process as flawed and unfair.
“So yes, they got it wrong this time. They goofed. I think they should be apologetic and tell Ghanaians the truth,” he said.
Davies stressed that due process and the rule of law must be upheld in investigations and prosecutions, not treated as mere slogans.
“My candid advice to them is that the rule of law and due process is not a term of art. It evolves from established practices and processes,” he noted.
He warned against prejudicing suspects in the court of public opinion before cases are tested in court.
“It is not always right to punish people’s reputation when there is no basis for it,” he added.
The comments follow a decision by the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files to permanently delete the Red Notice against Ofori-Atta.
In a public notice dated February 13, 2026, counsel for the former minister, Justice Kusi-Minkah Premo, announced that the commission reached the decision during its 135th session on February 4, 2026.
The commission concluded that the Red Notice “appears of a predominantly political character” and did not comply with INTERPOL rules. It also found that data submitted by Ghana’s National Central Bureau failed to meet INTERPOL’s standards and should be removed from its system.
INTERPOL’s constitution prohibits involvement in political, military, religious or racial activities, and the commission ensures compliance.
Davies said the decision confirms Ofori-Atta’s name has been fully removed from INTERPOL records.
“This is why due process matters. You cannot destroy someone’s reputation before the facts are properly established,” he said.
The OSP, in response, reiterated its commitment to fairness and legality.
In a statement, the office said it remains guided solely by law and evidence and is dedicated to the fair, lawful and impartial prosecution of corruption and related offences.
The case has drawn significant national attention due to Ofori-Atta’s central role in Ghana’s recent economic management under the previous NPP government. The Red Notice controversy continues to fuel debate on due process, political interference in investigations, and the role of international law enforcement cooperation.
