The largest opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has criticized Attorney General Godfred Dame, accusing him of bias in the prosecution of certain high-profile cases in the country.
The NDC, which believes its members are being persecuted by the Akufo-Addo-led government called on Mr. Dame to apply the same energy to prosecute individuals such as the former CEO of Menzgold, NAM1, and the accused persons in the cases of the murder of JB Danquah and Ahmed Suale.
In a statement issued by the party’s Legal Directorate, the NDC called for a speedy trial in the Menzgold, Ahmed Suale, Major Mahama, and JB Danquah cases. The party emphasized the need for justice to be pursued and done for all individuals and in all cases, urging the Attorney General to consider daily trials in these cases as well.
The NDC’s Legal Directorate also condemned the ongoing criminal prosecution of James Gyakye Quayson, the party’s Assin North legislator. The High Court judge presiding over the case has scheduled daily sittings, a decision that the NDC has appealed.
The NDC highlighted the resounding victory of Gyakye Quayson in the Assin North election as a message from the constituents that they want him as their representative.
The party also called on the Attorney General to heed the advice of the Dormaahene, as well as former Attorneys General Ayikoi Otoo and Marietta Brew, who have all spoken out against the prosecution.
The NDC warned that continuing with the trial would only result in further embarrassment for the Attorney General.
Source: newsalertgh.com