A United States immigration judge has raised doubts about Ghana’s corruption case against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. The judge stated that the evidence provided by the Office of the Special Prosecutor did not prove criminal acts.
The ruling was made by Judge David Gardey on June 15, 2026. He approved Mr. Ofori-Atta’s application for permanent residency in the US.
The Office of the Special Prosecutor had brought corruption charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta. These charges were part of an investigation into alleged financial misconduct.
Judge Gardey’s decision suggests the evidence presented was not strong enough to meet the legal standard for criminal wrongdoing in the US immigration context.
The ruling impacts the standing of the corruption allegations made by the OSP.