The Supreme Court has today, Tuesday, February 16, dismissed an application filed by former President John Mahama to have his case re-open.
The apex court panel of seven Chaired by Justice Kwasi Anin Yeboah said they find no merit in the application and proceed with the ongoing case without any hesitation.
The Chair said the petitioner failed to convince the court on why the case should be reopened.
The petitioner through his legal representatives moved a motion on Monday praying the court to allow them to reopen their case and also treat Mrs. Jean Mensa as a hostile witness.
He referred to Article 26 of the Evidence Act to support his argument but the court in its ruling said this section does not apply to the car before the court.
The court further reminded the lawyers for both sides that their earlier order for them to file their written addresses still stands.
Lawyer Tsikata then informed the court they have filed for a review on the ruling that dismissed the objection to have Mrs. Jean Mensa elect not to testify.
He said the petitioner has also filed a stay of execution pending the outcome of the review application.
Justice, Kwasi Anin-Yeboah, said the petitioner’s legal team failed to provide any evidence to warrant the reopening of their case hence the dismissal of the application.
“We accordingly refuse that application,” the Chief Justice said.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com
