Former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta has filed a lawsuit against DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah, also known as Sir Mensah, for allegedly trespassing on his property and violating his right to privacy.
The lawsuit stems from a raid on his Cantonments residence on February 11, 2025, involving individuals dressed in military and police uniforms.
At the time of the incident, Ofori-Atta was out of the country, but his wife and other family members were present.
Eyewitness reports and security footage indicate that about 12 individuals participated in the operation, including five in military uniforms, one in a police uniform, and others in plain clothes.
Speculation initially suggested that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) was responsible for the raid, but Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, during a press conference on February 12, denied any involvement.
The motive behind the operation remains unclear, and authorities have yet to determine whether any items were taken.
A writ of summons sighted by an Accra based TV station on March 12 shows that Ofori-Atta is challenging the actions of the officers as unlawful trespass and an infringement on his privacy rights.
The former minister is seeking several legal remedies, including a declaration that the defendants’ actions were unlawful, compensation for trespass and privacy infringement, and a perpetual injunction to prevent any further interference with his property.
He is also demanding aggravated damages and legal costs. The defendants, DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah, have been given eight days to respond to the writ.
