After a protracted three-year legal struggle, Gyakye Quayson, the Member of Parliament for Assin North, has been acquitted and discharged by the Accra High Court. The decision came after Justice Mary Ekue Yanzuh ruled that the prosecution had failed to provide sufficient evidence against him on charges including perjury.

The case had drawn significant attention, with Mr.Quayson facing accusations of deceit of a public officer, forgery, false declarations, and perjury, among other charges. These legal issues stemmed from his dual citizenship, which had led to his disqualification from the 2020 elections. He was later reinstated as MP in 2023 following a Supreme Court ruling.

Despite an offer from the new Attorney General to discontinue the lawsuit, Mr. Quayson chose to continue fighting the charges in court. Had the prosecution been able to present convincing evidence, Mr Quayson would have been required to open his defence.

Speaking after the ruling,Mr. Quayson described the acquittal as a “victory for justice” and for the people of Assin North. “This is justice for Assin North, and justice for Ghana,” he said, emphasizing that the case had been politically motivated. He also praised Justice Yanzuh for her fairness in the trial, acknowledging her as a “very decent human being.”

Mr. Quayson remained steadfast in his belief that the charges against him were based on “falsified documents” and maintained his innocence throughout the ordeal. “When you are not wrong, there’s nothing you should be worried about,” he said, expressing confidence that he would overcome any challenges placed before him.

The acquittal marks the end of a high-profile legal battle, which has cast a shadow over Mr.Quayson’s parliamentary career but ultimately cleared him of wrongdoing.

Source:TheDotNews