Former Finance Minister sues National Security operatives for ‘trespassing’ on his home
The lawsuit stems from an incident on February 11, 2025, when approximately 12 individuals—including five in military uniforms, one in police uniform, and several in plain clothes—allegedly entered his Cantonments home without prior notice or authorization.
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has filed a lawsuit against National Security personnel, accusing them of unlawfully trespassing on his residence and violating his right to privacy.
The lawsuit stems from an incident on February 11, 2025, when approximately 12 individuals—including five in military uniforms, one in police uniform, and several in plain clothes—allegedly entered his Cantonments home without prior notice or authorization.
The court documents name the two senior officers, DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah, as defendants.
Mr. Ofori-Atta, who was receiving medical treatment abroad at the time, claims the operatives searched his property without a warrant, accessing private areas such as bedrooms, closets, and the kitchen.
According to his domestic staff, the team conducted an extensive search and even recorded the operation on a mobile device while instructing household members not to use their phones during the process. The suit describes the act as an unwarranted invasion of privacy, leaving his staff deeply shaken and distressed.
Beyond the immediate intrusion, Mr. Ofori-Atta asserts that the incident has caused significant harm to his reputation both locally and internationally. The legal documents argue that the raid, which gained widespread media attention, has unfairly tarnished his image, portraying him in a negative light.
Despite attempts to seek clarification from security authorities—including the National Intelligence Bureau, the Chief of Defence Staff, and the Inspector General of Police—no justification has been provided for the operation.
Mr. Ofori-Atta is seeking legal redress, including a court declaration that the search was unlawful, compensation for trespassing and privacy violations, and an injunction preventing further unauthorized actions against him. Additionally, he is demanding aggravated damages and legal costs.
The court has directed the defendants to respond to the suit within eight days of being served.
