Patrick Boamah Addresses Ken Ofori-Atta's Extradition Saga

The Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has commented on the issues surrounding the extradition process of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, and his current detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He emphasised that all public officers appointed under Ghana’s laws must be prepared to account for their actions. 'The court cannot act on assertions without proof' - US judge on Ofori-Atta's extradition request Speaking on the issue in a video shared on YouTube on January 20, 2026, Boamah stressed that no public official is above the law and that accountability is inevitable. “Every public officer duly appointed under the laws of this country ought to know that there is definitely going to be a day for accountability, so, I think we are all subject to the laws of this country,” he said. Commenting on Ofori-Atta’s current legal situation in the United States, the MP said the matter is now in the hands of US authorities. “I think the former minister has sent an application to the US authorities and that is for the determination of US authorities,” he stated. He added that should Ofori-Atta be returned to Ghana, the country’s legal processes would be applied without prejudice. The lawmaker stressed that the matter should be left to the former minister, his lawyers, and the relevant authorities. “If he is brought to Ghana, I believe the laws of this country will be used to judge his conduct, so, I leave that to the former minister and his legal team and the US authorities,” he emphasised. Expressing his trust in the country’s justice system, Boamah further assured that due process would be strictly observed if Ofori-Atta is returned to Ghana. “Once he comes to Ghana, due process will be followed and I believe he’s got a competent team of lawyers to handle his affairs,” he concluded. Patrick Boamah’s comments follow the appearance by Ken Ofori-Atta before a US court over his immigration issues. What really happened in Ofori-Atta's US court case - Immigration lawyer explains The case has since been adjourned to April 27, 2026. Watch the video below; MAG/AE Family gives blow-by-blow account of why former NPP PC stabbed his wife