High Court Awards 123 Acres to Numo Kofi Anum Family in Landmark Land Case
In a landmark decision that may reshape how land ownership disputes are resolved in Ghana, the High Court has awarded 123 acres of land to the Numo Kofi Anum family of Tesa, ending a protracted legal battle with real estate developers Regimanuel Grey Limited.
The dispute, rooted in a 1991 land agreement, reached a conclusion on June 24, 2025, when the court ruled that Regimanuel Grey must return the undeveloped portions of the land to the family. The developers were accused of failing to meet the terms of the original agreement, which included the promise of residential development and fair compensation.
Speaking on behalf of the family, traditional leader Numo Amu Amu Wulemo revealed that only GH₵2,000 was ever paid for the land, and no significant development occurred over the past 33 years.
“For 33 years, they have neither developed the land as promised nor honoured the financial commitments due to the family,”
— Numo Amu Amu Wulemo, Traditional Leader
Despite the legal victory, Wulemo claims that Regimanuel Grey Limited is resisting the execution of the ruling, alleging that landguards have been deployed to intimidate family members and block access to parts of the Golden Gate and Platinum Gate Estates, where the undeveloped land is located.
“This is a blatant act of defiance against a lawful court order. We are not targeting developed areas or residents — only the 123 acres lawfully returned to us.”
— Wulemo
The family says it rejected a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) from the company, calling it one-sided and inconsistent with the High Court’s directives.
“The terms were not in good faith. They disregarded the essence of the court ruling and did not protect the family’s interest,”
— Wulemo stated.
The family has now appealed to President John Dramani Mahama and the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Tetteh Yohonu, for enforcement support and peaceful resolution of the matter.
The case has reignited public debate on land ownership rights, corporate responsibility, and the enforcement of court decisions — especially in the real estate sector, where land litigation remains a persistent issue.
Wulemo emphasized that this is not merely a land recovery effort but a fight to uphold legal integrity.
“This is not just about reclaiming land. It’s about upholding the rule of law, respecting judicial authority, and honouring the legacy of our ancestors who entrusted this land in good faith.”
As legal experts and civil society watch closely, the resolution of this case could set a powerful precedent for landowners across Ghana seeking restitution through lawful means.
