Labone home raid: ‘I’ve been portrayed as criminal’ – Ofori-Atta tells court in suit against two police officers

Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has filed a lawsuit against two senior police officers, DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah (also known as Sir-Mensah), for leading a raid on his home in Labone, Accra, on February 11, 2025.

The suit, filed at the General Jurisdiction High Court under case number GJ/0552/2025, was issued on March 10, 2025, by his lawyer, Bright Okyere-Adjekum.

Ofori-Atta is seeking four key reliefs from the court, including a declaration that the raid was unlawful and a violation of his privacy rights. Additionally, he is demanding damages for trespass, aggravated damages for breach of privacy, and a perpetual injunction to prevent the officers and their agents from conducting any further searches on his property.

Details of the Raid

According to Ofori-Atta’s statement of claim, the two officers led a team of about 12 individuals, including military personnel armed with assault rifles and plain-clothed men carrying sidearms, to his residence without prior notice, legal justification, or a search warrant. The team reportedly conducted an extensive search of the entire property, including bedrooms, the kitchen, storage areas, and even personal items such as cutlery and plates.

A member of the raiding team allegedly recorded the entire operation on a mobile phone, capturing private areas of the house, including the living spaces and bedrooms. Ofori-Atta’s domestic staff, who were present during the raid, were reportedly ordered not to use their phones and were left in shock and distress.

Impact on Ofori-Atta

Ofori-Atta claims that the raid, which attracted both local and international attention, has subjected him to public ridicule and damaged his reputation. Despite reaching out to the National Intelligence Bureau, the Chief of Defence Staff, and the Inspector General of Police for clarification on the legality of the raid, he has yet to receive any response.

He argues that unless the court intervenes, the officers may continue to violate his property and privacy rights. The former minister also believes that the officers will not offer any compensation for their actions unless compelled by the court.

Read the full details of the suit here.

SOURCE: DAILY MAIL GH

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