Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has denounced the security raid at the home of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

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Addressing Parliament on Thursday, February 13, 2025, he confirmed that Richard Jakpa was linked to the operation.

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"So, Speaker, it is true that the private residence of the former Minister of Finance was entered into by operatives of the military and the police, led by somebody who we believe works at the National Security Coordinator's office. Mr. Speaker, his name is Richard Jakpa," he stated.

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He conveyed remorse over the incident and extended an apology to Ken Ofori-Atta, calling the situation regrettable.

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"We have investigated the matter, and we want to assure our fellow countrymen and our colleagues in this House that we have received assurances from the Office of the National Security Coordinator that it was not intended for such an incident to occur. That occurrence is most regrettable and unfortunate.

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"I personally extend my apologies to the former Minister of Finance, and I believe that this should suffice," he indicated.

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Footage from a CCTV camera purportedly showing individuals breaking into the private residence of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta surfaced on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

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The alleged intrusion took place at his Cantonments home in Accra while he was abroad undergoing medical treatment.

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Eyewitness accounts indicate that approximately 12 individuals were involved—five in military fatigues, one in a police uniform, and the rest in plain attire.

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Meanwhile, the Office of the Special Prosecutor has issued an arrest warrant for Ken Ofori-Atta.

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During a press conference on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng declared him a fugitive, accusing him of causing financial losses to the state in multiple transactions, including the National Cathedral project and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) - Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML) agreement.

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