Members of the advocacy group, Arise Ghana, staged a protest at the U.S. Embassy in Accra on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, demanding the return of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to Ghana to face legal proceedings.
Protesters from Arise Ghana assembled outside the embassy, insisting that accountability must be upheld without exception and calling on U.S. officials to collaborate with Ghanaian authorities to facilitate Mr. Ofori-Atta’s return.
The organization asserts that the demonstration was aimed at reinforcing their demand for the former finance minister to “return to Ghana to face justice.”
In a statement to the press, group member Bernard Monah indicated that the protest would persist until U.S. authorities take action to ensure Mr. Ofori-Atta’s return to Ghana.
“It is widely known that Ken Ofori-Atta is no longer unwell. He traveled to the U.S. for medical treatment, has since recovered, and has overstayed his visa,” Mr. Monah claimed. “When he was flagged for arrest, he proceeded to apply for permanent residency in the United States.”
“This indicates that he has no intention of returning to Ghana. He is evading justice,” he further stated.
Mr. Monah noted that the group had initially intended to hold an indefinite protest but reached an agreement with law enforcement.
“Today marks the start of our demonstration. We will be here from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we plan to return tomorrow as well.
“We have coordinated with the police to protest for a duration of two weeks. Following this period, we have resolved to conduct a sleepover here until the U.S. recognizes the necessity of bringing Ken Ofori-Atta back,” he explained.
In the meantime, Mr. Ofori-Atta is scheduled to appear in a U.S. court on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, regarding alleged immigration infractions.
His legal representatives have previously asserted that he is prepared to cooperate with any lawful investigative procedures, citing health and safety concerns as the reason for his temporary absence from the country.
