Covid-19: Ofori-Atta in USA for medical attention

The Finance Minister Designate, Ken Ofori-Atta has been flown to the United States of America (USA) to receive medical care.

This is due to complications post coronavirus treatment.

“The Ministry of Finance wishes to inform the general public and stakeholders that Mr. Ken Ofori Atta, the Representative of H.E the President at the Ministry of Finance and Minister designate for Finance, will travel to the United States of America today for a special medical review,” the Ministry noted.

It added that,”After recovering from Covid-19 last December, Mr. Ofori Atta has had medical complications which doctors advise, require further interventions not currently available in Ghana.”

The Ministry also said,”He is expected to be away for two weeks.”

Mr. Ofori Atta was scheduled to appear before the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, 16th February, 2021.

Meanwhile, parliament has been notified to fix a new date for his vetting.

“The leadership of Parliament has been duly notified for a new date to be fixed upon his return,” the Ministry noted.

Ghana| Atinkaonline.com

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