Anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu has raised questions about the legitimacy of the alleged raid on the residence of Superintendent Yakubu Issahaku, the Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
Speaking on ABC News GH on Monday, Senanu challenged the description of the event as a “raid,” stating that it is important to consider whether proper legal procedures were followed.
“I’m not quite sure whether we should be describing all of these as raids, because ‘raid’ leaves a certain implication,” he said. “Was his premise visited in his absence? Was the necessary legal process followed? Did they have a warrant to search?”
The incident, which occurred on April 5, 2025, in Sapeiman, Accra, involved approximately 30 masked and armed military personnel who allegedly forcibly entered Issahaku’s home.
According to Issahaku, the operatives ransacked the property, causing significant damage, including broken security doors, disconnected CCTV systems, and the removal of internet routers and the home’s hard disk.
The search reportedly occurred without explanation or legal justification, raising alarms about potential abuses of power.
Issahaku also noted that the operation was led by a police superintendent stationed at the Jubilee House, who he claims knows him personally, further deepening suspicions regarding the raid’s intent and legality.
Senanu, who has been vocal about issues of state security and accountability, emphasized that searches should involve representatives from both parties to ensure transparency. “Ideally, searches must involve at least one person representing both parties to be there,” he explained, highlighting concerns over the lack of proper protocol during the operation. The incident has sparked widespread debate about the conduct of state security operatives and their actions against individuals associated with high-ranking political figures. As the investigation continues, calls for clarity on the legality and motives behind the search grow louder.
