The Minority in Parliament has accused the Attorney General (A-G) of exceeding his constitutional role by directing raids, authorizing arrests, and personally leading investigations against former government officials.

They argue that his duty is to provide legal counsel to investigative agencies and ensure fair prosecution, not to assume the role of law enforcement.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday, March 24, Second Deputy Minority Whip Jerry Ahmed Shaib condemned the Attorney General’s actions, insisting they compromise the integrity of the justice system.

He called for an immediate end to what he described as an abuse of office.

“The Attorney General is an officer of the court. His interest is to assist the court in dispensing justice when investigators bring their case and evidence. The posture of the new A-G undermines this rule. He is no longer acting as an officer of the court but instead acting as someone who has conducted his own inquisition, determined the guilt of a suspect, and is seeking to force his views on the court.

“The practice undermines the role of the attorney general and undermines the administration of justice. All well-meaning voices that respect the operations of the rule of law should call on the attorney general to put an end to this immediately,” he stated.

He stressed that this approach undermines public trust in the legal system and urged all defenders of the rule of law to speak out against it.

The Minority also criticized what they described as an "unlawful" raid on the residence of former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison.

They claim the operation lacked transparency and was later acknowledged as inappropriate by National Security Coordinator Major General Francis Adu-Amanfoh (retired).

They also alleged that an apology had been extended to Dr. Addison following the incident.

“If indeed a court-issued warrant existed, why was it not presented to Dr Addison before or during the raid? Why was the force used to overpower his private security? Why was the CCTV camera dismantled and taken away? Transparency is a hallmark that ensures lawful enforcement.

“The failure to follow basic procedures causes doubt on the legality and intent of the operations. No amount of legal, or public relations spin can undo the fact. Dr Addison’s home was raided under highly questionable circumstances.

“If their actions were truly lawful and above board, why did the national security coordinator, find it necessary to call and apologise to Dr Addison, via the phone of Richard Jakpa? If there was no wrongdoing with the conduct of the security officers, what exactly was the apology for? ” he questioned.