- Arise Ghana plans demonstration at US Embassy demanding Ofori-Atta return to Ghana
- The group stresses transparency, accountability, and due process
- Picket is part of broader campaign for regular government performance reviews
Pressure group Arise Ghana has announced plans to stage a demonstration at the U.S. Embassy in Accra, calling for the extradition of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to face legal proceedings in Ghana. Speaking at the Ghana International Press Centre (GJA Headquarters), co-convener Marion Gifty Nyaaba stressed the group’s dedication to promoting transparency and accountability in government.
“This is not about chasing headlines or going viral,” Nyaaba said. “Our work is meant to endure, withstand scrutiny over time, and reflect the judgment of history.”
She emphasized that Arise Ghana’s advocacy is ongoing across homes, offices, media platforms, and social media, aiming to ensure government officials deliver on their commitments rather than seeking publicity.
“We are neither here to glorify those in power nor to issue baseless condemnations,” she added. “Our mission is to honestly evaluate the state of the nation.”
Highlighting concerns over Ofori-Atta’s management of public finances, Nyaaba urged the U.S. Embassy to support his return to Ghana to answer legal questions. “If the courts find him guilty, justice will take its course. But first, due legal process must be followed,” she stated.
The planned demonstration is part of Arise Ghana’s broader campaign to maintain consistent oversight of government performance. Nyaaba encouraged all Ghanaians to participate in evaluating policies as a civic responsibility, not a political activity.
“From the markets of Accra to the farms of the Volta Region, we call on citizens to assess progress and hold the government accountable,” she said. “We are here to ensure the social contract between the government and the people is respected.”
Reflecting on the past year, Nyaaba acknowledged some progress in stabilizing the economy but emphasized that significant challenges remain. She urged a firm stance against corruption, noting that genuine recovery requires accountability and transparency.
“This is just the beginning,” she said, outlining plans for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reviews of government performance, with calls for reforms wherever shortcomings are found.
Reaffirming Arise Ghana’s commitment to the rule of law, Nyaaba concluded: “We are not here for fleeting attention. We will continue our work until meaningful change is achieved.”
