Ken Ofori-Atta: Interpol issues red notice for Ghana's fugitive ex-minister

Ghana's former finance minister place on Interpol Red Notice list over corruption allegations

Ghana's former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, has been placed on Interpol's Red Notice list after being declared a fugitive by Ghanaian authorites. The 65-year-old is accused of corruption and abuse of office.

Interpol issues red notice for Ghana ex-finance minister

Interpol has issued a red notice for Ghana's former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, amid investigations into alleged corruption and abuse of office. Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor seeks his extradition after he failed to appear for questioning regarding several high-profile contracts. Ofori-Atta's legal team claims he is unwell and receiving medical treatment abroad.

Ken Ofori-Atta: Interpol issues red notice for Ghana's fugitive ex-minister

The 65-year-old is alleged to be at the centre of several corruption cases; he has said he has been unlawfully treated.