Former Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s passport has been seized by US authorities following his release on bail, with his next court appearance scheduled for April 27, 2026. According to JoyNews, Ofori-Atta secured bail through a private bond company for a substantial sum, but his passport was confiscated as part of the bail conditions.
Ofori-Atta was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on January 6, 2026, and held at the Caroline Detention Facility in Virginia. His lawyers had argued that without a formal extradition request from Ghana, the court could not legally consider him a flight risk.
The US immigration situation involving Ofori-Atta is linked to ongoing investigations by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) in Ghana. Ofori-Atta is facing corruption charges, including allegations of financial loss to the state in the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) contract saga.
Ofori-Atta’s legal team has stated that he remains committed to due process and defending his rights under US law. His release from ICE detention came after a judicial order on April 7, 2026.
The case has sparked interest in Ghana, with many following the developments closely. Ofori-Atta’s next court appearance is scheduled for April 27, 2026, when the deportation proceedings will continue.
Source: #JoyNews
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[09/04, 11:25 am] Business assistant: *Egypt Pledges Deeper Security Ties with Ghana*
The Egyptian Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Wael Fathy, has pledged to deepen security cooperation between Ghana and Egypt during a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on security sector collaboration.
According to the Ministry of the Interior, the discussions centered on reviewing the longstanding historical relations between Ghana and Egypt and exploring practical ways to enhance cooperation in areas such as border security, counter-terrorism, cybersecurity, and capacity building.
The two sides discussed potential collaboration in intelligence sharing, police training, migration management, and countering emerging threats such as cybercrime. Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak welcomed the initiative, highlighting the importance of cooperation in addressing shared security challenges.
The Egyptian Ambassador expressed his country’s commitment to working with Ghana to combat transnational crimes and enhance regional security. This meeting underscores the strong historical ties between Ghana and Egypt, with both countries seeking to leverage their partnership for mutual benefit.
The visit by the Egyptian Ambassador is expected to yield positive outcomes, including enhanced security cooperation and capacity building initiatives. As Ghana and Egypt navigate the complexities of regional security, their partnership is poised to make a significant impact.
Source: #GhanaWeb
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