In a significant legal development, the Dansoman Circuit Court, under the stewardship of Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Bassit, has remanded three individuals into police custody for their alleged involvement in land guard activities in Spintex, located in the Greater Accra Region. The accused individuals include two purported National Security operatives and a plumber.
The accused persons, identified as Iddrisu Mazuk (43), Aziz Godwin (40), and Moor Winter (52), face four charges: conspiracy to commit a crime, prohibition of land guard activities, and causing unlawful damage. While Mazuk and Godwin are alleged National Security operatives, Winter has been identified as a plumber. However, during court proceedings, Aziz and Winter contested their professional designations, asserting that Aziz is, in fact, a plumber, while Winter is a National Security operative. Mazuk and Winter further confirmed their affiliation with the National Security headquarters in Accra.
Details of the Alleged Incident
According to the prosecution, led by Chief Inspector Christopher Wonder, the accused individuals, along with approximately 60 others who remain at large, allegedly stormed a parcel of land owned by Henrietta Agyekumwah Chempeh on October 21, 2025. The group reportedly carried sticks, pepper spray, and other items while engaging in activities that caused significant damage to the property. The prosecution revealed that the accused caused extensive damage to ten units of fence walls, collectively valued at GH¢500,000, and obstructed the complainant from accessing her legally acquired property.
The complainant, Henrietta Agyekumwah Chempeh, provided evidence that she and her late mother, Comfort Chempeh Adjei, had legally acquired and registered the 6.842-acre land at Spintex in 2009. The property was secured with a valid land title certificate issued by the Lands Commission. In an effort to protect the land from encroachment, the complainant had fenced the property—sections of which were allegedly destroyed during the incident.
Allegations of Command and Credibility Concerns
The prosecution further alleged that the accused acted on the instructions of one Commander Awal, who is believed to be affiliated with National Security. The accused claimed ownership of the land on behalf of unidentified parties. Concerns regarding the credibility and identity of the accused were raised when they failed to assist police in locating their residences at Nima.
Chief Inspector Wonder emphasized that the accused individuals pose a flight risk and lack fixed places of abode. He also noted that investigations are ongoing to apprehend approximately 60 accomplices who fled the scene on unregistered motorbikes. Among those being pursued is one Bala Sule, who is suspected of orchestrating the attack alongside Commander Awal.
Court Proceedings and Next Steps
In light of these concerns and the ongoing investigation, Chief Inspector Wonder petitioned the court to remand the accused individuals into police custody. The court granted this request and ordered that the accused reappear on November 10, 2025.
Detective Officer Richard Tetteh confirmed that investigations are progressing to locate and apprehend other suspects involved in the incident. The case highlights ongoing challenges related to land disputes and unauthorized activities by alleged land guards in Ghana.
As investigations continue, this case serves as a reminder of the need for adherence to due process in addressing property disputes and ensuring accountability for unlawful actions. The public will undoubtedly await further developments with keen interest as justice takes its course.
