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Attorney General appeals acquittal of Ato Forson in Ambulance case
The Office of the Attorney General has filed an appeal against the Court of Appeal’s decision that acquitted and discharged the Minority Leader Dr Cassiel Ato Forson and Richard Jakpa in the ambulance case.
In the Notice of Appeal filed on August 8, 2024, the office cited as grounds of appeal that the majority decision misdirected itself in the application of the rule on the standard of proof required in determining whether a case has been made for the accused to answer.
The notice of the appeal further states that the findings by the majority decision that the letters of credit did not constitute a payment under the contract is contrary to evidence in the case and untenable.
The appeal also states that the finding of the majority decision stating that the Ministry of Health caused the financial loss is laced with fundamental errors and occasioned a substantial miscarriage of justice
Other grounds of appeal include the prosecution’s view that the majority decision failed to appreciate and correctly apply the essential ingredients of the offences with which the accused were charged.
The prosecution is asking the Supreme Court to thus set aside the acquittal and discharge and order the accused to continue with their defence.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
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President Mahama makes key National Security appointments
As part of efforts to beef up and enhance national security, President John Dramani Mahama has made key appointments today, January 15,2025.
In a statement issued by the Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, “Former Chief of Staff Prosper Douglas Bani has been appointed National Security Advisor
to the President. Mr Bani, a former Minister for the Interior, brings a wealth of experience and expertise.”
Additionally, DCOP Abdul-Osman Razak will serve as the National Security Coordinator, ensuring a cohesive strategy across all security initiatives.
The statement added that COP Nathan Kofi Boakye (Rtd.) has been appointed Director of Operations at the Presidency to oversee operational effectiveness in security matters.
Also, Charles Kipo has been named Director General of the National Intelligence Bureau.
“The appointments reflect President Mahama’s commitment to enhancing national security and ensuring the safety of citizens,” the statement concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Recall all Diplomatic and Service Passports- John Mahama to Foreign Affairs Ministry
President John Dramani Mahama directs Foreign Affairs Ministry to recall all Diplomatic and Service passports by 24th January.
Following this there would be re-issuance to those rightfully eligible.
In a letter to the ministry by Secretary to the President, Dr.Callistus Mahama noted that , ” I write to request the recall of Diplomatic and Service Passports issued by the previous
administration.”
According to him, this exercise aligns with the Government’s commitment to ensuring the proper use and
administration of official travel documents by national and international standards.
He added that the
recall aims to prevent misuse, safeguard the country’s reputation and maintain the integrity of our diplomatic engagements.
He further directed that “the Ministry should take the following steps to facilitate the process:
a. Issue a Public Notice: Notify all holders of Diplomatic and Service Passports Issued by the previous administration to return these documents to the Ministry for
verification and re-issuance, where applicable.”
