Lawyers representing the Okpelor Sowah Din Family of Teshie and Nmai-Dzorn have submitted a formal petition to the Executive Secretary of the Lands Commission, citing concerns about delays and obstacles in the registration of their family land.
The family asserts ownership of the Nmai-Dzorn land, referencing a Supreme Court ruling in the case of Adjetey Agbosu & 5 Others vrs Ebenezer Nikoi Kotey & 2 Others.
According to the family’s legal representatives, the judgment was reaffirmed following an August 2024 inquiry by the Judicial Secretary and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service.
Police investigations involving both the family and the Nungua Stool reportedly confirmed the family’s claims, and the Borteman Composite Plan, signed by local traditional authorities, is cited as further supporting documentation.
The petition also raised concerns regarding Mr. Benjamin Kwame Danso, identified as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) party Chairman for the Krowor Constituency, noting that he has interests linked to the land in question.
Their concern stems from the fact that Danso has been appointed to the Lands Commission Board.
While the petition does not make legal conclusions, the family’s lawyers describe this situation as a potential conflict of interest in the processing of the land registration application.
The family’s legal team points to prior legal actions involving Mr. Danso, including a July 2025 injunction filed against the family, which was dismissed by the court, reaffirming the family’s claim to the land.
A similar case later filed at the Tema High Court was withdrawn.
According to the petition, the family is seeking an investigation and resolution of any matters that may affect the registration process, requesting that the Lands Commission ensure the prompt processing of their land registration in line with the Supreme Court judgment.
The petition also calls for measures to protect the registration process from undue influence, ensuring transparency and adherence to legal procedures.
The Okpelor Sowah Din Family expressed hope that their efforts will allow them to secure formal registration of their land and continue to exercise their constitutional rights over the property.
