95 m. ago Ghana’s Extradition Bid for former Finance Minister faces Probable Cause hurdle in US Federal Courts

The extradition request for Ghana’s former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, has escalated into a definitive legal and diplomatic confrontation between the administration of President John Dramani Mahama and the United States judicial system. The case has officially moved from administrative posturing to an active battle in American federal courts following the formal transmission of the docket on December 10, 2025.

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68 h. ago Akufo Addo, Bawumia Walking Freely Shows No Persecution Says Prof Asare

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/akufo-addo-bawumia-walking-freely-shows-no-persecution-says-prof-asare/Professor Stephen Kwaku Asare has dismissed claims that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta is being politically persecuted, arguing that the case against him is being pursued by a Special Prosecutor appointed by the previous government rather than a new administration seeking revenge. In a strongly worded Facebook post on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/akufo-addo-bawumia-walking-freely-shows-no-persecution-says-prof-asare/

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69 h. ago Barker Vormawor Urges Stronger Capacity Building for ORAL Success

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/barker-vormawor-urges-stronger-capacity-building-for-oral-success/Private legal practitioner and activist Oliver Barker Vormawor has called for a new approach to ensure Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) succeeds, recommending the establishment of a 40 member white collar crime unit at the Attorney General’s Department. In a social media post, Barker Vormawor suggested the Attorney General should engage the Finance Minister to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/barker-vormawor-urges-stronger-capacity-building-for-oral-success/

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69 h. ago Deputy Finance Minister Commends ADB’s Historic Turnaround Performance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-commends-adbs-historic-turnaround-performance/Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem has praised the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC for its remarkable financial recovery, attributing the turnaround to strong collaboration between management and staff. Speaking at the opening of the 6th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the ADB Local Union of the Union of Industry, Commerce and Finance (UNICOF) of the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-commends-adbs-historic-turnaround-performance/

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2 d. ago Finance Ministry Downplays Significance of Three Month IMF Extension

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/finance-ministry-downplays-significance-of-three-month-imf-extension/A senior technical advisor at Ghana’s Finance Ministry has defended the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) proposed three month extension of the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, characterizing such adjustments as routine practice in fund supported arrangements worldwide. Dr. Theo Acheampong said the extension carries no negative implications for Ghana’s economic recovery trajectory or the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/finance-ministry-downplays-significance-of-three-month-imf-extension/

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2 d. ago Ghana and Afreximbank Settle Three Year Dispute Over Trade Facility

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-afreximbank-settle-three-year-dispute-over-trade-facility/Ghana and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have resolved a three year dispute over a $750 million loan facility, both parties announced on Christmas Day. The Ministry of Finance and Afreximbank said the matter had been settled to the satisfaction of both parties, paving the way for continued engagement on Ghana’s development agenda. The resolution […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-afreximbank-settle-three-year-dispute-over-trade-facility/

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2 d. ago Economist Assures Public on IMF Programme Extension Proposal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-assures-public-on-imf-programme-extension-proposal/Following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) proposal to extend Ghana’s bailout programme by three months, economist and Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Theo Acheampong, has moved to calm public concerns about the recommendation. The extension, which would shift the programme’s end date from May 16, 2026, to August 16, 2026, was disclosed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-assures-public-on-imf-programme-extension-proposal/

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3 d. ago Deputy Finance Minister powers Awurahae, Sapor, pledges roads and 24 hour market.

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-powers-awurahae-sapor-pledges-roads-and-24-hour-market/The Deputy Minister for Finance and MP for Asuogyaman, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has commissioned a 2.4-kilometre electricity network extension connecting the communities of Awurahae and Sapor to the national grid, ending decades of life without power for residents located just a few kilometres from the Akosombo Hydropower Dam. Commissioning the project on Christmas Day, December […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-powers-awurahae-sapor-pledges-roads-and-24-hour-market/

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3 d. ago Ghana and Afreximbank announce successful resolution of $750 million facility

The Ministry of Finance has announced that Ghana and Afreximbank have reached a successful resolution regarding the $750 million facility.

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3 d. ago Deputy Finance Minister hails ADB’s remarkable turnaround, record growth and rising confidence

Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem has praised the Board, Management and staff of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC for what he described as a remarkable turnaround that has led to historic growth and improved performance.

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4 d. ago U.S. lawyer suggests GRA–SML case is politically motivated; says Ofori

Enayat Qasimi, an international legal practitioner and lead counsel for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, has described the ongoing GRA–SML case as politically driven, insisting that his client is not attempting to evade justice. Speaking in an interview with the BBC, Qasimi argued that investigative authorities, particularly the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), were […]

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4 d. ago “OSP Knew He Was Abroad for Treatment” – Lawyer Questions Red Notice

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/osp-knew-he-was-abroad-for-treatment-lawyer-questions-red-notice/Enayat Qasimi, an international legal practitioner and counsel for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, has described the ongoing GRA–SML corruption case involving his client as politically motivated, insisting that Ofori-Atta is not attempting to evade justice. Speaking in an interview with the BBC, Qasimi argued that investigative authorities, particularly the Office of the Special Prosecutor […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/osp-knew-he-was-abroad-for-treatment-lawyer-questions-red-notice/

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4 d. ago US Lawyer Calls Red Notice Against Ken Ofori Atta Unnecessary

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-lawyer-calls-red-notice-against-ken-ofori-atta-unnecessary/Enayat Qasimi, the Washington based international lawyer representing former Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta, has criticized the Interpol Red Notice issued against his client, arguing that Ghanaian authorities were fully aware of his whereabouts and that the former minister’s constitutional rights have been violated throughout the investigation. In an interview with the BBC on Tuesday, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-lawyer-calls-red-notice-against-ken-ofori-atta-unnecessary/

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6 d. ago Karaga’s Champion: Dr. Amin Adam Reflects on Service and Leadership

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/karagas-champion-dr-amin-adam-reflects-on-service-and-leadership/In a year marked by political recalibration, economic reassessment, and renewed civic expectations, Hon. Dr. Mohammed Amin Anta Adam Former Minister for Finance and Member of Parliament for the Karaga Constituency in Ghana’s Northern Region reflects on leadership, accountability, and the road ahead for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as it positions itself as the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/karagas-champion-dr-amin-adam-reflects-on-service-and-leadership/

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7 d. ago Mahama directs release of GH¢1bn to contractors owed since 2017

President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the Ministry of Finance to release GH¢1 billion to pay contractors who have been owed by the state since 2017, with the disbursement expected to be completed before Christmas.

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8 d. ago Mahama orders $78m payment to Justmoh to resume Agona–Nkwanta road works

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Minister for Finance to release $78 million to Justmoh Construction Company to clear outstanding debts for work done on the Agona–Nkwanta Road project since 2024.

Economics

8 d. ago President Mahama directs Finance Ministry to disburse $78m for completion of Takoradi–Agona

President Mahama has instructed the Ministry of Finance to disburse approximately $78 million to JustMoh Construction to clear all outstanding payment certificates due to the company since 2024.

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8 d. ago Mahama directs Finance Ministry to disburse $78m for completion of Takoradi–Agona

President Mahama has instructed the Ministry of Finance to disburse approximately $78 million to JustMoh Construction to clear all outstanding payment certificates due to the company since 2024.

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8 d. ago Ofori Atta Hires Top US Lawyers to Fight Ghana Extradition Request

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ofori-atta-hires-top-us-lawyers-to-fight-ghana-extradition-request/Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta has retained top American lawyers to contest his extradition to Ghana, Attorney General Dominic Ayine disclosed Friday, signaling a prolonged legal battle in United States federal courts. Dr Ayine made the revelation during the government’s Accountability Series on Thursday, December 18, shortly after Ghana formally submitted an extradition request […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ofori-atta-hires-top-us-lawyers-to-fight-ghana-extradition-request/

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8 d. ago Any prosecutor who files 78 charges is not serious — Kofi Bentil on Ofori‑Atta Case

In a critique of the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) strategy in the ongoing SML scandal prosecution, Lawyer and Senior Vice President of IMANI-Africa, Kofi Bentil, has expressed reservations over the sheer number of charges filed against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori‑Atta and his co‑accused.

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