Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has announced the resumption of several high‑profile corruption trials, underscoring its mandate to ensure accountability in public office.
Among the cases scheduled is The Republic v. Kenneth Ofori‑Atta & 7 Others (CR/0106/2026), involving the former Minister of Finance and senior officials of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The trial, which had been delayed pending a Supreme Court ruling, will resume on 27 August 2026. The defendants face charges linked to alleged financial irregularities and abuse of office.
Also listed is The Republic v. Sumaila Abdul‑Rahman & 3 Others (NR/TL/HC/CC1/13/23), involving former executives of the Northern Development Authority (NDA). That case is scheduled for 27 August 2026.
Further prosecutions include:
- The Republic v. Adjenim Boateng Adjei (CR/0257/2024), former Chief Executive of the Public Procurement Authority, set for 13 October 2026.
- The Republic v. Issah Seidu & 3 Others (CR/0513/2025), slated for 23 October 2026.
- The Republic v. Ibrahim Kofi Sessah & Gloria Acquah (FT/0035/2025), scheduled for 27 October 2026.
- The Republic v. Charles Cromwell Nanabanyin Onuawonto Bissue & 2 Others (CR/0559/2025), involving former officials of the Inter‑Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining, set for 26 October 2026.
- The Republic v. Mustapha Abdul‑Hamid & 7 Others (CR/0374/2026), former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority and associates, scheduled for 11 August 2026.
The OSP has emphasized that these prosecutions form part of its broader effort to combat corruption and restore public confidence in governance. Legal analysts say the clustered trial dates reflect the office’s determination to advance stalled cases and demonstrate institutional independence following the Supreme Court’s recent affirmation of the OSP Act.
Observers note that the outcomes of these trials will be closely watched both domestically and internationally, as they test Ghana’s resolve to uphold transparency and accountability in public administration.
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