Extradition Progress Dashboard
Step 1-6
Completed Phase
Status: DOJ Reviewed
Office of International Affairs reviews evidence for probable cause and compliance with U.S. extradition standards.
Process Complete
Step 7
Next Step
Judicial Phase in US
A U.S. Magistrate Judge issues arrest warrant; conducts extradition hearing; evaluates evidence.
Awaiting Initiation
Extradition Process Timeline (Grid View)
10 Total Steps
1
Submission to AG
OSP submitted the Extradition packet to Attorney General's office on Dec 9,2025.
2
AG Review & Approval
Attorney General examines request for legal soundness and treaty compliance.
3
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
AG forwarded approved packet to MFA for onward submission to US authorities through diplomatic channels.
4
Follow-Up & Coordination
OSP liaises with U.S. authorities; provides clarifications and supplementary documentation as required.
5
US State Dept Review
Office of the Legal Advisor reviews treaty applicability, documentation completeness, and diplomatic implications.
6
DOJ Review
Office of International Affairs reviews evidence for probable cause and compliance with U.S. extradition standards.
7
Judicial Phase in US
A U.S. Magistrate Judge issues arrest warrant; conducts extradition hearing; evaluates evidence.
8
Executive Decision
The U.S. Secretary of State grants or denies extradition based on judicial findings and diplomatic considerations.
9
Surrender Arrangements
Coordination of surrender location, date, and security arrangements between U.S. and Ghanaian authorities.
10
Transfer & Handover
The defendants are surrendered to the OSP at an agreed location; transported to Ghana for prosecution.
Last Official Update
Extradition packet forwarded to Ministry of Foreign Affairs for transmission to USA authorities.