Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has been granted a Green Card (I-485 petition) by a United States Immigration Court, according to a press release issued by his legal representatives, Minkah-Premo, Osei-Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline & Partners.
The statement, dated June 16, 2026, said the court considered evidence relating to actions taken by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), including its earlier decision to declare Mr. Ofori-Atta a fugitive from justice. According to the release, the declaration was made while the former minister was reportedly undergoing medical treatment in the United States and while his lawyers remained in communication with investigators in Ghana.
The press release further stated that the U.S. Immigration Court found the criminal allegations against Ofori-Atta in Ghana “not credible.” However, the lawyers emphasized that the ruling was made within the context of U.S. immigration proceedings and focused on determining whether he met the legal requirements for adjustment of status.
“The court’s decision was focused on whether Mr. Ofori-Atta met the legal requirements for adjustment of status,” the statement noted.
The legal team also clarified that the ruling relates specifically to U.S. immigration law and should be understood within that context.
The statement was signed by Justice Kusi-Minkah Premo, solicitor for Ken Ofori-Atta.
Background
Ofori-Atta has been the subject of investigations by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor over matters relating to his tenure as Finance Minister. The latest development is expected to generate further public and legal debate regarding the ongoing proceedings involving the former government official in both Ghana and the United States.
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