- Mahama believes the acquittal reinforces his view that the trial was a politically motivated effort
- He described the ruling as a significant win for the rule of law
- Mahama pledged to appoint a fair-minded Minister for Justice if elected
John Mahama, the presidential candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has welcomed the Court of Appeal’s recent decision to acquit and discharge Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority Leader, in the ambulance case.
Mahama views the verdict as a confirmation of his belief that the prosecution, led by Attorney General Godfred Dame, was driven by political motives.
In a statement celebrating the Court of Appeal’s ruling, Mahama described the outcome as a triumph for the rule of law and an affirmation of his long-standing assertion that the case was politically motivated.
The acquittal of Forson and Richard Jakpa, the third defendant in the ambulance procurement trial, was seen by Mahama as evidence that justice prevails, despite previous setbacks. He noted, “This decision is a victory for the rule of law and reinforces my belief that the case was an act of political persecution.”
Mahama expressed his relief and optimism about the judiciary, emphasizing that the ruling reflects the ongoing pursuit of justice in the country.
He pledged to appoint a fair-minded Minister for Justice if elected, committed to working with the legal community and the Judicial Council to implement reforms aimed at achieving a truly independent judiciary.
