Tension is mounting in Kumasi following a controversial raid by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) on the residence of former Maxwell Kofi Jumah.
The operation, which reportedly took place on Tuesday, April 14, targeted Mr Jumah’s home at Atonsu while he was not present. According to Paul Yandoh, officers arrived with documentation claiming they had authorization to conduct a search but proceeded in a manner he described as excessive and troubling.
Eyewitness accounts allege that several personal and official items were seized during the raid, including documents, a laptop, and even keys to the property. Mr Yandoh expressed concern over the scope of the operation, stating that officers offered little explanation for taking control of access to the residence.
The incident has sparked sharp criticism from members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who have questioned why what they consider standard investigative procedures—such as formally inviting individuals for questioning—were not followed.
Describing the raid as politically charged, Mr Yandoh warned that such actions risk deepening divisions and setting a dangerous precedent. He suggested the move could be interpreted as an attempt to target individuals linked to a previous administration, rather than a neutral law enforcement exercise.
“This is not how a stable democracy should function,” he said, cautioning that the cycle of political retaliation could intensify if such practices continue unchecked.
As of now, the Economic and Organised Crime Office has not issued an official statement responding to the allegations, leaving many questions unanswered and fueling speculation across the political landscape.
The development adds to growing concerns about governance, accountability, and the rule of law in Ghana’s evolving political climate.
