The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has assured the public that his office is committed to handling Ofori-Atta’s extradition from the US with utmost diligence, stressing that “it’s important to get it right the first time.”
Addressing the media at a press briefing on Thursday, October 30, the Special Prosecutor responded to questions regarding his relationship with the Attorney-General and the controversy over the submission of a docket linked to the case.
A journalist had sought clarity on whether there was any strain between the two offices following reports that the OSP had refused to release a requested docket.
Responding, Mr. Agyebeng dismissed claims of tension, describing the issue as a misunderstanding over terminology.
“It’s really about semantics,” he explained. “Tradition requires a lot of complexity in our dealings. The reason it goes through the Attorney-General is because the Attorney-General is the central authority when it comes to these things.”
He further clarified that in some instances, other ministries such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs play a similar coordinating role depending on the nature of the matter.
Mr. Agyebeng expressed disappointment over public speculation that the OSP had refused to release a docket, stressing that the priority of his office is accuracy and adherence to due process.
“It is unfortunate that there is talk that we have been asked for a docket and we have refused to give it. That is beside the point. The issue is that we must get it right the first time,” he emphasized.
The Special Prosecutor reiterated that the OSP remains committed to transparency and the rule of law, assuring the public that every step in the process is being handled with professionalism and care.
