The Supreme Court of Ghana is currently deliberating on an application filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its six parliamentary candidates. They are challenging the High Court’s decision to order the Electoral Commission to collate and announce results in six constituencies.
The Accra High Court, presided over by Rev. Fr. Justice Joseph Adu Owusu Agyemang, made the ruling on December 20. The affected constituencies are Tema Central, Nsawam-Adoagyir, Ablekuma North, Ahafo Ano North, Techiman South, and Okaikwei Central.
The NDC argues that the High Court breached their right to be heard and that of the Inspector-General of Police. They claim this breach led to a substantial miscarriage of justice. The party also alleges apparent bias and partiality on the part of the judge.
Counsel for the Electoral Commission, Justine Amenuvor, opposed the NDC’s application, stating that the applicants failed to depose to an affidavit. Gary Nimako Marfo, counsel for the respondents, also argued that the High Court acted within its jurisdiction and that no error of law was committed.
The Supreme Court’s decision will have significant implications for the outcome of the election in the affected constituencies. The court’s ruling is eagerly awaited by all stakeholders.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
