Ofori-Atta sues National Security operatives for alleged trespass

Former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, has filed a lawsuit against National Security operatives, accusing them of unlawfully trespassing on his property and violating his privacy. He is seeking compensation for the damages caused by the incident.

On February 11, 2025, around 12 individuals, including five in military uniforms, one in police attire, and others in plain clothes, reportedly stormed Ofori-Atta’s residence in Cantonments.

The legal action, filed with the High Court, names two senior police officers, DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah, as defendants for allegedly entering his private property without consent and violating his right to privacy.

According to the statement of claim, Ofori-Atta was abroad receiving medical treatment at the time of the incident.

His domestic staff reported that a group of 12 individuals, including the two defendants, nine armed military personnel, and several plainclothes officers, entered the property without warning or approval. The group proceeded to search the premises, including private areas such as bedrooms, the kitchen, and closets, without presenting a warrant or providing any explanation for the search.

Ofori-Atta claims the raid was a breach of both his privacy and property rights, with one member of the team allegedly recording the entire operation on a cellphone, worsening the invasion of his privacy.

The legal filing notes that the raiding team neither showed a warrant nor explained the reasons for the search to the domestic staff, instructing them not to use their mobile phones throughout the unauthorized operation.

The plaintiff’s domestic staff were reportedly left traumatized by the incident, suffering from shock and anxiety.

In addition, Ofori-Atta asserts that the raid has damaged his reputation, both nationally and internationally. He claims the incident has exposed him to public ridicule and portrayed him as a criminal, significantly harming his standing within the international community.

Despite attempts to seek clarification from the National Intelligence Bureau, the Chief of Defence Staff, and the Inspector General of Police, no response has been received regarding the raid’s legality or purpose.

Through his lawsuit, Ofori-Atta is seeking several remedies, including a declaration that the actions of the defendants were unlawful, compensation for trespass and breach of privacy, and a permanent injunction to prevent further interference with his property and privacy. He is also demanding aggravated damages and legal costs.

The defendants, DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah, have been ordered to respond to the suit within eight days of being served with the writ.