Legal counsel for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has confirmed his release from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody following a judicial order on April 7, 2026.
In a statement issued by Minkah-Premo, Osei-Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline & Partners, the lawyers revealed that Mr. Ofori-Atta has returned home and is reunited with his family.
“On April 7, 2026, Ken Ofori-Atta was released from ICE detention pursuant to a judicial order. He is now home with his family,” the statement read.
The legal team emphasised that Mr. Ofori-Atta remains committed to due process as he continues to defend his rights under U.S. law.
“Mr. Ofori-Atta remains fully committed to using due process to defend his rights as guaranteed under the Constitution and laws of the United States,” the statement added.
His family also expressed gratitude for the support received during his detention, thanking well-wishers for their prayers and encouragement.
Mr Ofori-Atta, who served as Finance Minister from 2017 to early 2024 under the administration of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has been under investigation over decisions taken during his tenure.
The Office of the Special Prosecutor, led by Kissi Agyebeng, in June 2025 initiated processes for an INTERPOL Red Notice following his failure to honour multiple invitations for questioning in relation to the investigations.
The move, announced at a press briefing in Accra on June 2, 2025, was intended to facilitate his possible arrest and extradition.
However, the Red Notice has since been withdrawn, meaning his details no longer appear in INTERPOL’s database and member countries are no longer required to act on the alert.
