Matin Kpebu Released from OSP Custody; Vows to Petition for Removal of Special Prosecutor

Renowned Ghanaian private legal practitioner, Lawyer Martin Kpebu, has been released from the custody of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) after hours of questioning on Thursday. His arrest, which drew widespread public attention, has now triggered a strong vow from him to initiate a petition seeking the removal of the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyeb

Arrest and Release

Sources indicate that Kpebu was invited by the OSP for comments he made publicly regarding the work, powers, and conduct of the Special Prosecutor. The lawyer has been a long-standing critic of the OSP’s methods, particularly concerning arrests, asset seizures, and what he describes as “abuse of prosecutorial discretion.”

After several hours of interrogation, Kpebu was released without charges. He described the experience as “unnecessary intimidation,” insisting that nothing unlawful was found in his statements or actions.

Kpebu Vows to File Petition for OSP’s Removal

Immediately after his release, Martin Kpebu announced that he would be filing a formal petition for the removal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng. According to him, the OSP has “lost its moral authority and constitutional legitimacy.”

“The OSP cannot intimidate citizens for expressing dissent. If the office has turned into a tool for harassment rather than accountability, then it must be dissolved or the Special Prosecutor must be removed. I will send a petition to the President and the appropriate authorities,”

Kpebu boldly stated.

He argued that the OSP’s current leadership has deviated from the mandate of fighting high-level corruption and has instead been “picking and choosing targets.”

Wider Public Reactions

The arrest and release have triggered mixed reactions across the country. Civil society groups, anti-corruption activists, and some political analysts have criticized the OSP’s handling of critics, describing the incident as “unfortunate” and damaging to public trust.

Others argue that the Special Prosecutor is within his rights to interrogate individuals whose comments may undermine investigations or misrepresent legal processes.

OSP Yet to Respond Officially

As of publication time, the OSP has not issued an official statement regarding the arrest, interrogation, or Kpebu’s allegations. However, sources within the institution suggest that clarification may be provided soon to avoid further public confusion.

A Brewing Legal and Political Battle

If Kpebu proceeds with his petition, it will spark one of the most significant tests of Ghana’s anti-corruption architecture since the OSP’s establishment in 2017. The constitution permits the removal of the Special Prosecutor through a process similar to that of removing a Court of Appeal judge — a rigorous and potentially explosive national exercise.

For now, the outspoken lawyer says he remains focused on ensuring accountability, even if it means taking on the very office created to fight corruption.

Nsemgh.com will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates.