The Supreme Court stops the Koforidua High Court from sentencing Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi in a contempt case. Source: Ernest Yaw Kumi. Photo Credit: Facebook
The Supreme Court of Ghana has stepped in to halt the sentencing of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi at the Koforidua High Court after he was convicted of contempt as reported by The NewsNow on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
In a 4-1 majority decision, the Supreme Court has put a stop to Kumi’s sentencing in order to allow for a final ruling on his motion to overturn the conviction.
According to reports from Citi News, Kumi had filed a suit at the Supreme Court on February 26 in an attempt to overturn his contempt of court conviction by the Koforidua High Court.
The Koforidua High Court had issued a bench warrant for Kumi’s arrest after he failed to appear before the court for sentencing on February 19.
The court had also restrained him from presenting himself for swearing-in into the ninth Parliament.
The contempt of court conviction against Kumi stems from a petition filed by Henry Boakye-Yiadom, the National Democratic Congress parliamentary candidate in Akwatia.
Boakye-Yiadom had alleged irregularities in the parliamentary election which led to Kumi’s victory.
The court found evidence of willful defiance on Kumi’s part and granted an injunction order on January 2, 2025.
Supreme Court Halts Sentencing Of Akwatia MP At Koforidua High Court After Contempt Conviction. Photo Credit: Facebook
The decision by the Supreme Court to halt Kumi’s sentencing comes amidst a tense political climate in Ghana.
The country’s democracy has been tested in recent years, with allegations of electoral fraud and political corruption leading to heightened tensions among political parties and their supporters.
The case of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi is just one example of the challenges facing Ghana’s political system.
The Supreme Court’s intervention in this case is a reminder of the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served, regardless of one’s political affiliation.
In a country where political power often leads to abuse and corruption, the role of the judiciary in upholding the law and holding elected officials accountable is crucial.
The Supreme Court’s decision to halt Kumi’s sentencing demonstrates the court’s commitment to ensuring a fair and just legal process, even in the face of political pressure.
In a country where political power is often seen as a means to escape accountability, the outcome of this case will be a test of Ghana’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice for all.
In the meantime, the people of Akwatia and Ghana as a whole will be watching closely as this case continues to unfold.
The Supreme Court’s decision to halt Kumi’s sentencing is a step in the right direction towards ensuring that justice is served and the rule of law is upheld in Ghana’s political system.