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CAPTAIN SMART IN SERIOUS TROUBLE AS K.T. HAMMOND SURE HIM FOR SAYING THIS ABOUT HIM

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Captain Smart In Serious Trouble As K.T. Hammond Sure Him For Saying This About Him 


Former Adansi Asokwa Member of Parliament (MP) K.T. Hammond has filed a defamation lawsuit against broadcaster Captain Smart, whose legal name is Blessed Godsbrain Smart. The legal action arises from remarks made by Captain Smart on Onua TV, where he allegedly claimed that Mr. Hammond made tribal comments following his loss in the December 2024 parliamentary elections.

Captain Smart reportedly stated that Mr. Hammond questioned how an individual from a specific tribal group could secure victory in the Adansi Asokwa Constituency. Mr. Hammond has vehemently denied these claims, describing them as untrue and damaging. He argues that the accusations portray him as a tribalist unwilling to accept his electoral defeat to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Godwin Animli Dorgbadzi Dorani.

A long-serving representative of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Hammond lost his seat in the recent elections. He contends that Captain Smart's comments have tarnished his reputation, subjected him to public ridicule, and caused significant emotional distress.

In his lawsuit, Mr. Hammond is seeking several legal remedies, including:

Compensation: Monetary damages for the harm done to his reputation, including special, aggravated, and exemplary damages.

Restraining Order: A court directive preventing Captain Smart and his associates from making further defamatory statements about him.


Public Apology and Retraction: A formal retraction of the alleged statements and a public apology to be broadcast on Onua TV, radio, and all associated social media platforms.

Content Removal: The removal of all defamatory content from online platforms.


Legal Expenses: Full reimbursement of all costs incurred during the legal proceedings.

Mr. Hammond asserts that the lawsuit is not just about defending his personal reputation but also about addressing the broader issue of misinformation. He hopes to set a precedent that discourages false reporting and holds media professionals accountable for their statements.


The case has ignited discussions across the country about the responsibilities of the media and the fine line between free speech and defamation. It raises critical questions about journalistic ethics and the need for accuracy and fairness in public discourse.

https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/k-t-hammond-sues-broadcaster-captain-smart-for-defamation.html

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