Raid on Ofori-Atta's Home was 'Unfortunate and Regrettable' - Majority

Accra, Ghana - 14 Feb, 2025 - Ghana's Majority in Parliament has formally apologized to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta for a raid on his residence by security personnel describing the incident as ''regrettable and unfortunate''.

According to Maority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, the incident, which occurred on February 11, 2025, was led by Richard Jakpa, an official at the National Security Coordinator's office per their investigation.

Speaking on the floor of parliament on Thursday Feb 13, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga described the raid as "regrettable and unfortunate" and emphasized the government's commitment to protecting citizens' rights. 

“H.E. President John Dramani Mahama remains committed to ensuring that the rights and liberties of every individual are respected. We have received assurances from the office of the National Security Coordinator that the incident was not intended to happen.

“That occurrence is most regrettable and unfortunate and he [Jakpa] wants to give this house his words and assurances that a thing like that should never happen again.

“The Majority remains committed that institutions function properly, officials act in accordance with the law, that the rights and liberties of citizens are upheld under the leadership of President Mahama. I personally extend my apologies to the former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta and I believe the issue should sufficem'' he added.

The apology comes as Mr Ofori-Atta faces corruption allegations and has been declared a wanted person by the Office of the Special Prosecutor.

Source: Lead News Online