Lawratu Musah Saaka, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Communications Team, has warned against what she describes as a growing tendency to conduct a “media trial” of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, urging that legal processes be allowed to take their course without political bias.
Speaking on GHToday with Lily Mohammed on Wednesday, 21 January 2026, Saaka acknowledged the importance of accountability but stressed that justice must be pursued fairly and within the bounds of the law.
“Mr Ken Ofori-Atta’s detention centre is known, his number is known,” she said. “The government of the day needs to be truthful and forthright with us.”
She emphasised that while public officials must be held accountable, the process should not be driven by vengeance or selective targeting.
“Yes, people need to be accountable, nobody disputes that fact,” Saaka stated. “But it shouldn’t be done in a vindictive manner. It shouldn’t be picking and choosing.”
Saaka expressed concern that the tone of public discourse surrounding the investigations increasingly gives the impression of a politically motivated process rather than a genuine pursuit of justice for Ghanaians.
“When you listen to the statements being made, it feels more like a political trial than an attempt to seek justice for the people of Ghana who are alleged to have been short-changed,” she said.
She also criticised claims suggesting a predetermined outcome, warning that such narratives erode public confidence in the justice system.
“It’s like the man has already been tried and judgment has been passed,” she noted, referencing reports that Ofori-Atta would be sent directly to Nsawam Prison upon his return. “Come on. Let’s be realistic.”
Saaka reminded political actors that power is transient and cautioned against normalising practices that could later be used against others.
“A second is a very long time in a politician’s life,” she said. “Today it may be Ken Ofori-Atta, tomorrow it could be you.”
She concluded by urging calm and respect for established legal procedures, reiterating that accountability must be pursued with decorum and legality.
“Nobody is against individuals being accountable to the state,” Saaka added. “But it must be done with adherence to procedures and laws.”
Source: Starrfm.com.gh/Barbara Yeboah
