The High Court in Accra has made a significant ruling in the case involving James Gyakye Quayson, the Assin North legislator who is currently facing charges of forgery and perjury.
Quayson's legal team had requested a stay of proceedings, asking the Court of Appeal to hear their appeal regarding the trial judge's decision to conduct the case on a daily basis. However, the court has rejected their application, and the case has been adjourned to July 14, 2023.
The issues surrounding Quayson began when a group called the "Concerned Citizens of Assin North" petitioned the Electoral Commission, alleging that he was a Canadian citizen and therefore ineligible to contest in the Assin North Parliamentary elections in 2020.
Despite the petition, Quayson participated in the elections as the candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and secured 55.21% of the votes.
Following his victory, a resident of Assin Bereku filed a petition at the Cape Coast High Court seeking to invalidate Quayson's declaration as the MP of Assin North.
After three years of court proceedings, the Supreme Court concluded the case on May 17 and instructed Parliament to remove Quayson's name from its records. However, Quayson subsequently regained the seat through a by-election.
The latest development in the case sees Quayson's request for a stay of proceedings being denied by the High Court in Accra. This ruling means that the case will continue, and Quayson will have to face charges of forgery and perjury.
The decision also highlights the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served, regardless of one's political affiliations.
As the case continues to unfold, it is crucial that those involved in the proceedings remain committed to a fair and transparent process. Ghana's democracy depends on the integrity of its legal system, and it is essential that all parties involved uphold this principle.
The upcoming court proceedings will be closely watched, and it is hoped that justice will ultimately be served in this case.
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