The Sekondi High Court has lifted the injunction that had barred the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Amenfi Central, Joana Gyan Cudjoe, from contesting in the upcoming parliamentary election.
This decision, handed down on Monday, November 11, 2024, follows a previous court adjournment on November 7.
The NDC had requested that the court dismiss the disqualification of its candidate and allow her to participate in the December 7 election. The case was presided over by His Lordship George K. Gyan-Kontoh.
Earlier, Edudzie Tamakloe, lead counsel for Joana Gyan Cudjoe, urged the court to expedite the case, stressing that further delays could hinder her right to stand in the election.
His Lordship Gyan-Kontoh agreed, emphasizing the need for a prompt resolution and encouraging both parties to consider an out-of-court settlement, though this did not materialize.
Today’s ruling clears the way for Joana Gyan Cudjoe to run in Amenfi Central.
Expressing gratitude after the ruling, she stated, “We thank God for everything that has happened today, especially my new lawyers who came in to rescue me… I thank God and all the NDC members, executives, and all the Western Region NDC. I must say I am very happy.”
