Martin Amidu has reiterated his support for the prosecution of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta but strongly condemned what he describes as a politically motivated attempt by the current administration to manipulate the legal process for its own agenda.
In his latest statement, Amidu emphasized that he was the first to name Ofori-Atta as a suspect in the Agyapa Royalties case, a stance he took in a 64-page report during his tenure as Special Prosecutor.
He recalled his intention to conduct a full investigation after the 2020 elections, but said he was forced to resign due to government interference. "I should, therefore, be the last person to oppose the investigation and possible prosecution of Ken Ofori-Atta under the new John Mahama government," Amidu stated. "However, it must be done in accordance with due process and respect for the fundamental rights of every citizen." Despite his support for accountability, Amidu did not hold back in his criticism of the methods being employed.
He described the recent raid on Ofori-Atta's home and his declaration as a fugitive from justice as part of a "gargantuan government scam." According to him, the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, is being used as a tool for a broader political agenda. "I cannot sit by and allow the John Mahama government, which I supported at the polls, to use or allow the OSP to be used as an instrument of a government scam," he declared.
