COCOBOD trial: Judge blocks tendering of 'exculpatory' evidence of EOCO lead investigator

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Togbe Agorkorli 2 months ago

The lead investigator was removed, because he broke the chain of custody….why bringing back his statement, that has been rejected again n again….this is just tsatsu slow mo strategy, to waste time….Agongo belongs in jai ...
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The lead investigator was removed, because he broke the chain of custody….why bringing back his statement, that has been rejected again n again….this is just tsatsu slow mo strategy, to waste time….Agongo belongs in jail. Dumb dramani always collude with foreigners to rob Ghana…Agongo
Kanazoe,
Balore
Who killed Mills 2 months ago

My question is if that evidence showed GUILT would the judge still have rejected it? Why is he rejecting this evidence. Still don't know why

My question is if that evidence showed GUILT would the judge still have rejected it? Why is he rejecting this evidence. Still don't know why
Togbe Agorkorli 2 months ago

The man who wrote it was disqualified from the the investigation…he broke the chain of custody.

The man who wrote it was disqualified from the the investigation…he broke the chain of custody.
Vida Sam 2 months ago

Look at this senseless NPP idiot who's clearly lost in thoughts and comprehension

Look at this senseless NPP idiot who's clearly lost in thoughts and comprehension
Togbe Agorkorli 2 months ago

Another SHALLOW Kevin Taylor disciple. Dumb as fork

Another SHALLOW Kevin Taylor disciple. Dumb as fork
Blue Pen 2 months ago

Did I hear the General Legal Council declared that the gentleman who has been barred from practicing law in Ghana brought the legal profession into disrepute? Who brings the legal profession into disrepute more than the hyena ...
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Did I hear the General Legal Council declared that the gentleman who has been barred from practicing law in Ghana brought the legal profession into disrepute? Who brings the legal profession into disrepute more than the hyena courts and judges with their predetermined judgements and rulings?
Linda Abaka 2 months ago

That's why we cannot remain silent...it must be condemned the substitution of evidence for technicalities aided by partisan judges in our judiciary for ultimate promotion. Clearly the state is receiving help in this trial by ...
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That's why we cannot remain silent...it must be condemned the substitution of evidence for technicalities aided by partisan judges in our judiciary for ultimate promotion. Clearly the state is receiving help in this trial by the judges for lack of evidence.
Gloria Addy 2 months ago

@Linda Abaka, hmmm this judge should be wise and careful oooo and not play games with his own career and family. NPP is going to lose power - be wise ooo

@Linda Abaka, hmmm this judge should be wise and careful oooo and not play games with his own career and family. NPP is going to lose power - be wise ooo
Beauty Asante 2 months ago

You're cursed and forever you shall live in your ignorance and stupidity

You're cursed and forever you shall live in your ignorance and stupidity
Maame Aseidu 2 months ago

Look at another low minded foolsoldier with infantile senseless propaganda. Sad to see a court running away from evidence in the name of legal technicalities

Look at another low minded foolsoldier with infantile senseless propaganda. Sad to see a court running away from evidence in the name of legal technicalities
Freda Osei 2 months ago

No shame sent by a failed corrupt govt to engage in senseless commentaries

No shame sent by a failed corrupt govt to engage in senseless commentaries
kwame 2 months ago

AKKUFO ADDO AND HIS APPARACHIKS ARE JAIL BOUND SURELY SURELY.

AKKUFO ADDO AND HIS APPARACHIKS ARE JAIL BOUND SURELY SURELY.
Who killed Mills 2 months ago

We all thought mahama would be in jail by now but Mr clearing agent protected him. Even Airbus was nothing to them. When mahama comes he would be paying back. Left hand wash right hand. Carpish? Mafia. Akyeam and mahama homet ...
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We all thought mahama would be in jail by now but Mr clearing agent protected him. Even Airbus was nothing to them. When mahama comes he would be paying back. Left hand wash right hand. Carpish? Mafia. Akyeam and mahama hometown mafia
Kofi uk 2 months ago

Another bogus judge, has he also taken goat? Ghana is really a place to be, manipulations and interference from above

Another bogus judge, has he also taken goat? Ghana is really a place to be, manipulations and interference from above
Eunice Obour 2 months ago

@Kofi UK, God's wrath is waiting for all those who've conspired against Dr Opuni by using the might of the judiciary not pure evidence seeking to jail Dr Opuni by any means possible

@Kofi UK, God's wrath is waiting for all those who've conspired against Dr Opuni by using the might of the judiciary not pure evidence seeking to jail Dr Opuni by any means possible
Georgina Adams 2 months ago

@Kofi uk, this judge should ignore the NPP govt and be himself and do justice to this case. It's sad the state is using legal technicalities to undermine evidence in this way

@Kofi uk, this judge should ignore the NPP govt and be himself and do justice to this case. It's sad the state is using legal technicalities to undermine evidence in this way
Gustavo 2 months ago

Shame to our democracy. May Ghanaians be steadfast and law abiding . This can prompt cutting of head.

Shame to our democracy. May Ghanaians be steadfast and law abiding . This can prompt cutting of head.
Akweley Ashong 2 months ago

@Gustavo, our democracy dead...our judiciary dead!! I can't believe the state isn't giving up

@Gustavo, our democracy dead...our judiciary dead!! I can't believe the state isn't giving up
Thief of Staff - Akosua Frema 2 months ago

The Director of Public Prosecution, Evelyn Keelson, should be involved in an accident and die on the spot for being such a wicked liar and murderer.

The Director of Public Prosecution, Evelyn Keelson, should be involved in an accident and die on the spot for being such a wicked liar and murderer.
Rachel Amo 2 months ago

State Prosecutor, Evelyn Keelson is a disgrace and her tenure at the ministry is coming to an end on 7th December, 2024!!

State Prosecutor, Evelyn Keelson is a disgrace and her tenure at the ministry is coming to an end on 7th December, 2024!!
NANA SERWAA BRONI ADDO 2 months ago

AKUFFO ADDO HAS COLLAPSED COCOA BOARD

AKUFFO ADDO HAS COLLAPSED COCOA BOARD
Historian 2 months ago

Evelyn Keelson, the reason why there will be no end to this case after so many years is the rejection of documents containing the truth that will end the case. Until those documents containing the truth are again admitted in ...
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Evelyn Keelson, the reason why there will be no end to this case after so many years is the rejection of documents containing the truth that will end the case. Until those documents containing the truth are again admitted in the court by an impartial judge this case will run for 1000 years! A country with a very partisan judiciary and a very vindictive leader will never prosper! Ghana needs a different broom that can actually sweep out corruption.
Kakam boadu 2 months ago

This judge's in this akuffu addo government is sending wrong signals, this can't be law ,how can you reject an investigators written statement, they just want to imprisoned this people like how they forceful imprisoned the a ...
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This judge's in this akuffu addo government is sending wrong signals, this can't be law ,how can you reject an investigators written statement, they just want to imprisoned this people like how they forceful imprisoned the alleged coup plot, God's watching
Gift Asante 2 months ago

@Kakam Boadu, judge Tandoh must be mindful of God's vengeance and do right to God's glory!!!
Judge Tandoh must personalised truth and justice and not technicalities. Clearly Dr Opuni is innocent!!!

@Kakam Boadu, judge Tandoh must be mindful of God's vengeance and do right to God's glory!!!
Judge Tandoh must personalised truth and justice and not technicalities. Clearly Dr Opuni is innocent!!!
Christy James 2 months ago

@Kakam boadu, they've have failed long time ago when they relied on that man, Justice Honyeuga to destroy evidence and jail Dr Opuni by any means

@Kakam boadu, they've have failed long time ago when they relied on that man, Justice Honyeuga to destroy evidence and jail Dr Opuni by any means
Opuni cocobod trial, smh !!! 2 months ago

Ghanaweb, can u stop this bullshit report on the cocobod trial of opuni ! It sucks ! I started following this trial at the age of 12 yrs , I am 34yrs now but still , everyday opuni cocobod trial , opuni cocobod trial, why ?

Ghanaweb, can u stop this bullshit report on the cocobod trial of opuni ! It sucks ! I started following this trial at the age of 12 yrs , I am 34yrs now but still , everyday opuni cocobod trial , opuni cocobod trial, why ?
Jake 2 months ago

You are a BIG FOOL. Since when did this case begin? Not 2018 and you claim you were 12 and now 34? how old is the 4th republic? You are an animal from Kyebi.

You are a BIG FOOL. Since when did this case begin? Not 2018 and you claim you were 12 and now 34? how old is the 4th republic? You are an animal from Kyebi.
Naana Brown 2 months ago

Your foolish mother rather suck!!! Like your stupid NPP gov't you hate the truth --- tell your clueless NPP gov't to end this embarrassing trial. They can end it. Foolish NPP supporter

Your foolish mother rather suck!!! Like your stupid NPP gov't you hate the truth --- tell your clueless NPP gov't to end this embarrassing trial. They can end it. Foolish NPP supporter
Akweley Ashong 2 months ago

Look at this infantile senseless propagandist

Look at this infantile senseless propagandist
Ernest 2 months ago

From the foregoing, I think the prosecution wants the accused persons to be pronounced guilty at all cost. However, the bigger picture is the Heritage Bank issue. If Agongo is pronounced guilty, then the government was right ...
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From the foregoing, I think the prosecution wants the accused persons to be pronounced guilty at all cost. However, the bigger picture is the Heritage Bank issue. If Agongo is pronounced guilty, then the government was right to closedown his bank. If not, there was no right to closedown his bank.
Joe Pike 2 months ago

Bi. Govt can never be right. The supreme Court made it clear recently that it was an unconstitutional act to collapse the bank when the man has not been found guilty yet
Granted it was a ruling on a similar case that tried ...
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Bi. Govt can never be right. The supreme Court made it clear recently that it was an unconstitutional act to collapse the bank when the man has not been found guilty yet
Granted it was a ruling on a similar case that tried to use the same logic BOG. The school said innocent until found guilty. The guy and proper nonsense from big is unconditional.
Bernie Aboagye 2 months ago

@Ernest, oh yes and have relied on that stupid retired judge, Justice Honyeuga destroying exonerating pieces of evidence for selfish partisan interest

@Ernest, oh yes and have relied on that stupid retired judge, Justice Honyeuga destroying exonerating pieces of evidence for selfish partisan interest
Briggett Owusu 2 months ago

Ernest, no way for God's will will be done and all those part of this evil plot to destroy Dr Opuni shall deaths and destructions in their homes and families

Ernest, no way for God's will will be done and all those part of this evil plot to destroy Dr Opuni shall deaths and destructions in their homes and families
Thief of Staff - Akosua Frema 2 months ago

Ugly, senseless, shameless, gormless, lawless, corrupt, foolish and primitive judge. As for the Director of Public Prosecution, Evelyn Keelson, she should be involved in an accident and die on the spot. Kwasiaa buuluubuuluuu! ...
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Ugly, senseless, shameless, gormless, lawless, corrupt, foolish and primitive judge. As for the Director of Public Prosecution, Evelyn Keelson, she should be involved in an accident and die on the spot. Kwasiaa buuluubuuluuu!!!
Abena Tutu 2 months ago

Judge Tandoh don't be part of the criminal judiciary and be different and pursue truth, fair trial and justice. Pls take a deep look at the Prosecutor/State whether they're honest about fair trial and justice

Judge Tandoh don't be part of the criminal judiciary and be different and pursue truth, fair trial and justice. Pls take a deep look at the Prosecutor/State whether they're honest about fair trial and justice
Elsie Amoah 2 months ago

Hmmm Judge Tandoh must be mindful of God and his judgement someday --- don't deny Dr Opuni fair trial and justice at the end of the day for partisan benefit. God is watching

Hmmm Judge Tandoh must be mindful of God and his judgement someday --- don't deny Dr Opuni fair trial and justice at the end of the day for partisan benefit. God is watching
Bernice Otu 2 months ago

@Elsie Amoah, I support strongly your position

@Elsie Amoah, I support strongly your position
Mavis Mensah 2 months ago

Judge Tandoh pls do now see why the Prosecution/State didn't want a fresh trial because discredited Justice Honyeuga has done the dirty work for them by destroying evidence on technical grounds in a criminal trial (for God sa ...
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Judge Tandoh pls do now see why the Prosecution/State didn't want a fresh trial because discredited Justice Honyeuga has done the dirty work for them by destroying evidence on technical grounds in a criminal trial (for God sake). Pls don't associate yourself with Justice Honyeuga's evil
King James ???? 2 months ago

If not for political witch hunting and persecution, why would a judge reject an evidence by another state institution to prosecute an offender?

They should remember the NPP will not be in power forever.

If not for political witch hunting and persecution, why would a judge reject an evidence by another state institution to prosecute an offender?

They should remember the NPP will not be in power forever.
Baby Asamoah 2 months ago

@King James, God shall end their reign on 7th December, 2024 through the people. Hmmm this it's like he's under pressure to do evil

@King James, God shall end their reign on 7th December, 2024 through the people. Hmmm this it's like he's under pressure to do evil
Cashpapa 2 months ago

It seems the leadership of the country is confused and need to be changed, on the 7th of December wasting our resources and time on unnecessary things

It seems the leadership of the country is confused and need to be changed, on the 7th of December wasting our resources and time on unnecessary things
Eben 2 months ago

Ghana is just a comedy channel in other countries oh

Ghana is just a comedy channel in other countries oh
Wisdom 2 months ago

The principal investigator from EOCO has demonstrated his commitment to administration of justice. Whether the criminal enterprise government and its agents like the AG office and the chief justice like it or not it's eviden ...
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The principal investigator from EOCO has demonstrated his commitment to administration of justice. Whether the criminal enterprise government and its agents like the AG office and the chief justice like it or not it's evidently clear Dr Opuni and Agongo are innocent of the 27 concocted charges signed by Evelyn Keelson, Osafo Marfo niece.
Nancy Abbor 2 months ago

@Wisdom, the EOCO man is deserving of praises for boldly testifying on the role of EOCO and thereby setting the record straight. This is a shameless trail

@Wisdom, the EOCO man is deserving of praises for boldly testifying on the role of EOCO and thereby setting the record straight. This is a shameless trail
Pipiro 2 months ago

This judge is very foolish. How can you stop such a vital information in the cause of trial?

This judge is very foolish. How can you stop such a vital information in the cause of trial?
Cynthia Odom 2 months ago

@Pipiro, honestly this judge cannot be trusted but God reigns supreme for his vengeance. No morally upright judge can side with the Prosecution or the State for lack of evidence. Now GH can appreciate why the STATE wasn't in ...
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@Pipiro, honestly this judge cannot be trusted but God reigns supreme for his vengeance. No morally upright judge can side with the Prosecution or the State for lack of evidence. Now GH can appreciate why the STATE wasn't in favor of a fresh trial
Bella Tuffour 2 months ago

@Pipiro, all eyes on this judge for his guidance and for his own goodness.

@Pipiro, all eyes on this judge for his guidance and for his own goodness.
Jah 2 months ago

God punish this judge

God punish this judge
Nancy Abbor 2 months ago

@Jah, God won't spare him if he fails to do right and allow partisan political influence and or benefit to dictate his conscience

@Jah, God won't spare him if he fails to do right and allow partisan political influence and or benefit to dictate his conscience
Freda Osei 2 months ago

@Jah, pure wickedness at its best but God through divine intervention shall give Dr Opuni a great victory beyond human comprehension

@Jah, pure wickedness at its best but God through divine intervention shall give Dr Opuni a great victory beyond human comprehension
Mr Sam 2 months ago

This government wants to pronounce Opuni guilty at all cost. Happenings in the ongoing case indicates the man is innocent. Shame on the prosecutor and the AG

This government wants to pronounce Opuni guilty at all cost. Happenings in the ongoing case indicates the man is innocent. Shame on the prosecutor and the AG
Ohema Baidu 2 months ago

Mr Sam, it's obvious the state has lost this case - running away from evidence with the support of the judge

Mr Sam, it's obvious the state has lost this case - running away from evidence with the support of the judge
Abusua 2 months ago

The name of the game is evidence. Why should the judge block the evidence?

The name of the game is evidence. Why should the judge block the evidence?
Sweet in the middle 2 months ago

If the judge is seating on this case to know the truth then why is he blocking the an evidence or is it that Akuffo Addo want him to handle the case without the truth?

If the judge is seating on this case to know the truth then why is he blocking the an evidence or is it that Akuffo Addo want him to handle the case without the truth?
Darko Jarvis 2 months ago

This corrupt government is just vindictive

This corrupt government is just vindictive
Linda Amoah 2 months ago

In fact sponsored NPP Judges never fail to amaze given their level of absurdity fueled by deep partisan political connections. Sad day for the sinking judiciary. Judge Tandoh pls be different!!!

In fact sponsored NPP Judges never fail to amaze given their level of absurdity fueled by deep partisan political connections. Sad day for the sinking judiciary. Judge Tandoh pls be different!!!
Priscilla Obeng 2 months ago

This is a senseless ruling when a citizen's freedom and family is at stake and a judge is placing premium on technicalities over pure evidence

This is a senseless ruling when a citizen's freedom and family is at stake and a judge is placing premium on technicalities over pure evidence
Jonny 2 months ago

The judicial system in Ghana doesn't administer justice. It's a political party agency for harrasing supposed opponents of the criminal enterprise government.

The judicial system in Ghana doesn't administer justice. It's a political party agency for harrasing supposed opponents of the criminal enterprise government.
Tim 2 months ago

Evelyn Keelson is desperately defending her lies. She signed the 27 fabricated charges that sent Dr Opuni and Agongo to court. Her uncle Osarfo Marfo was the complainant who had iligally raken one million dollars and auditor ...
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Evelyn Keelson is desperately defending her lies. She signed the 27 fabricated charges that sent Dr Opuni and Agongo to court. Her uncle Osarfo Marfo was the complainant who had iligally raken one million dollars and auditor general is chasing him for refund. Exoneration of Opuni and Agongo will put them on the spot. No manipulation of the case can change the truth. Opuni and Agongo did no wrong at cocobod. Opuni and Agongo are innocent. Evelyn Keelson will be jail for causing financial loss to the state.
Maa Joyce 2 months ago

Wickedness at its worse. Refusing to accept document signed by and individual who is physically present in the court is demonic act. Judge Tandoh, you will be consumed by hell fire when that time comes. You think Akufo Addo i ...
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Wickedness at its worse. Refusing to accept document signed by and individual who is physically present in the court is demonic act. Judge Tandoh, you will be consumed by hell fire when that time comes. You think Akufo Addo is god. His criminal enterprise government is already collapsed. Democracy is just temporary protecting him and his criminal enterprise government.
Keys 2 months ago

Ghana is turning into a lawless country by the judiciary. The Chief justice, AG office and the judges are all sycophants of the ruling government. No condition is permanent. Dr Opuni and Agongo are innocent and no amount of m ...
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Ghana is turning into a lawless country by the judiciary. The Chief justice, AG office and the judges are all sycophants of the ruling government. No condition is permanent. Dr Opuni and Agongo are innocent and no amount of manipulations can give credibility to the 27 fabricated charges.
Justice Duah 2 months ago

The justice administration of Ghana is administering injustice to the citizens. This is a call for violence in the country. Akufo Addo is a curse on Ghana.

The justice administration of Ghana is administering injustice to the citizens. This is a call for violence in the country. Akufo Addo is a curse on Ghana.
Adom Grace 2 months ago

Justice Tando has now demonstrated that he is not in the court to administer justice but to serve Akufo Addo brutal government. He must prepare for the consequences. DR Opuni innocence is loud and clear and he is shielded by ...
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Justice Tando has now demonstrated that he is not in the court to administer justice but to serve Akufo Addo brutal government. He must prepare for the consequences. DR Opuni innocence is loud and clear and he is shielded by the blood of Jesus. The judicial manipulations cannot do anything to him.
K. O 2 months ago

Ghanaian judges and their predetermined rulings without looking at the facts. They are all NPP politicians sitting on the bench.

Ghanaian judges and their predetermined rulings without looking at the facts. They are all NPP politicians sitting on the bench.
Steve Ntow 2 months ago

The Chief Justice in supervising Injustice. She has been coaching the judge to give such stupid rulings. Justice Gyimah decided to start the try all over because of some of this foolish rulings of rejecting evidences that all ...
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The Chief Justice in supervising Injustice. She has been coaching the judge to give such stupid rulings. Justice Gyimah decided to start the try all over because of some of this foolish rulings of rejecting evidences that allow justice to play in the case. Chief Justice Tokonu transfer Justice Gyimah from Accra to Kumasi and brought in Tando to continue the dirty game of Honyenuga. The failed Akufo Addo government cannot use Dr. Opuni as a scapegoat. Opuni and Agongo are innocent
Stone Age AfricansnSe 2 months ago

Wise ruling by a discerning Judge. He indeed has saved the reputation of EOCO by exposing the corrupt and unconscionable investigator who seems to have kiwtowed to the whims of Opuni and Agongo.

Wise ruling by a discerning Judge. He indeed has saved the reputation of EOCO by exposing the corrupt and unconscionable investigator who seems to have kiwtowed to the whims of Opuni and Agongo.
Xorlali 2 months ago

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Addo Twum 2 months ago

Ghana is eventually becoming a banana country. Everybody is trying to please the president as if he will never die and he will rule forever. Ghana will work again after this demonic government is sent into opposition

Ghana is eventually becoming a banana country. Everybody is trying to please the president as if he will never die and he will rule forever. Ghana will work again after this demonic government is sent into opposition
Fausty 2 months ago

The investigator has given his evidence that was blocked orally to te court any ways. I don't think the blocking of the written document changes the facts. Dr. Adu Ampomah is a dubious man who sent contaminated samples for t ...
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The investigator has given his evidence that was blocked orally to te court any ways. I don't think the blocking of the written document changes the facts. Dr. Adu Ampomah is a dubious man who sent contaminated samples for testing without informing the supplier to create a criminal case for Agongo and Opuni.

This has been the tradition of the NPP since Ghana was formed. They used lies to destroy Nkrumah and Ghana. NPP is a satanic group against Ghana progress
Diasempa 2 months ago

When is Akufo Addo NPP going to realise that the energy and resources the waste in destroying progressive Ghanaians is hurting Ghana and NPP image more than the effect on those individuals they hate. Dr. Opuni innocence is lo ...
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When is Akufo Addo NPP going to realise that the energy and resources the waste in destroying progressive Ghanaians is hurting Ghana and NPP image more than the effect on those individuals they hate. Dr. Opuni innocence is loud and firm that the entire Akyim Mafia cannot change the truth of his innocence.
Judge Ofui 2 months ago

The justice system in Ghana is a Useless one. The judge have predetermined the ruling of case. A document presented in court without the person who authored is considered hearsay. When the person who authored it comes to spe ...
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The justice system in Ghana is a Useless one. The judge have predetermined the ruling of case. A document presented in court without the person who authored is considered hearsay. When the person who authored it comes to speak to it in open court accepting it as his witness statement, judges insist it is a rejected document. The judges are themselves criminals. The way forward for Ghana will be a brutal change. When it will happen n one knows
Ass hole country 2 months ago

Ass hole country judge has no brains. His head is filled with toilet so he lacks capacity to reason. Very bad for justice delivery in Ghana

Ass hole country judge has no brains. His head is filled with toilet so he lacks capacity to reason. Very bad for justice delivery in Ghana
Nana Benyin 2 months ago

The Judge Tandoh guy lacks conscience. Jubilee house has bought him. He will be very miserable after the satanic government is no more.

The Judge Tandoh guy lacks conscience. Jubilee house has bought him. He will be very miserable after the satanic government is no more.

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