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Mohammed Ali
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A United States Immigration Court has granted former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s I-485 petition for a Green Card, paving the way for him to obtain lawful permanent residency in the country.
This is contained in a press release issued by his solicitor, Justice Kusi-Minkah Premo of Minkah-Premo, Osei-Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline & Partners, dated Tuesday, 16th June 2026.
According to the release, the court heard evidence relating to actions taken by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), including the OSP’s earlier decision to declare Mr Ofori-Atta a fugitive from justice.
The release states that the declaration was made at a time when he was reportedly undergoing medical treatment in the United States, and while his lawyers remained in communication with investigators in Ghana.
The release further states that the court found the criminal charges against Mr Ofori-Atta in Ghana not credible.
It added, however, that the ruling was made strictly within the context of US immigration proceedings, with the court’s decision focused on whether Mr Ofori-Atta met the legal requirements for adjustment of status.
Mr Ofori-Atta is wanted in Ghana on criminal charges arising from decisions taken during his tenure as Finance Minister.
