Former Black Stars Defender -Jerry Akaminko in Court Over alleged Landguard Activities

Former Black Stars defender Jerry Akaminko has been arraigned before the Accra Circuit Court, presided over by Her Honour Basilia Adjei-Tawiah, on multiple criminal charges including trespassing, landguard activities, conspiracy, and unlawful damage to property.

Now a businessman, Akaminko is the first accused in a case involving 12 individuals—most of whom failed to appear in court on the initial hearing date, June 5, 2025. At a subsequent hearing, Akaminko appeared and pleaded not guilty to all charges, while the remaining 11 accused were again absent.

At the request of the prosecution, led by Detective Sergeant Abigail Osei Mensah, the court adjourned the case to next month to allow time for the filing of disclosures and witness statements ahead of the Case Management Conference (CMC).

Akaminko and his co-accused face six charges: trespassing, prohibition of landguard activities, conspiracy to commit landguard activities, unlawful damage to property, forceful removal of vehicles, and possible damage to those vehicles.

He pleaded not guilty to all charges and was granted bail during his first court appearance on June 6, 2025. His co-accused—including another footballer, a soldier, and various artisans—were absent.

Her Honour Adjei-Tawiah granted Akaminko bail under the same conditions as his earlier police bail. He is required to report to the CID headquarters every Monday at 10:00 a.m. until the case concludes.

His surety must reside within the court’s jurisdiction and must provide valid identification along with passport-sized photographs.

Background

The complainant, Felix Kumi, who operates a garage at Achimota Mile 7, reported that on March 8, Akaminko and approximately 20 heavily built men—believed to be landguards—stormed his premises.

The group allegedly towed away 12 cars that were displayed for sale, locked the office, and destroyed surveillance systems.

The estimated damage totals GH¢20,645.00, including GH¢2,550 for a damaged door and GH¢18,095 for destroyed surveillance equipment.

Investigations revealed that the land is owned by Prince William Awuku, who holds a valid lease from the State Housing Company Limited. Awuku had subleased the property to Kumi for use as a car garage.

Akaminko reportedly told investigators he believed he was the rightful owner of the land, which he said motivated his actions. However, police confirmed that he has no legal documentation to support this claim.

Meanwhile, the 11 other accused persons—including footballer Michael Abodi, soldier Mumuni Ibrahim, and ex-footballer Darlington Baah—have reportedly gone into hiding, violating their bail conditions.

The remaining accused are:

Zakariah Ibrahim (security man)

Adam Ahmed (businessman)

Hashimu Seidu (okada rider)

Samuel Adjel (air-condition technician)

Jamal Issah (at large)

Francis Sobo (steel bender)

Yaw Adjei (graphic designer)

Manaf Mahama (security man)

The prosecution is now seeking to compel their surety, Jerry Brown, to produce them in court.

Next Steps

The case has been adjourned to July 2025. The court has instructed the prosecution to expedite the filing of all necessary disclosures to facilitate the progress of proceedings.

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