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Godfred Dame, Ghana's Attorney General has been caught on tape guiding a witness to give false testimony in court against the opposition leader in parliament. The National Democratic Congress (NDC) released a 16-minute audio recording alleging that the Attorney General (AG), Godfred Yeboah Dame, coached a key witness, Richard Jakpa, to implicate Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority Leader.
The tape, purportedly featuring conversations between the AG and the witness, suggests that the witness was being instructed on how to frame his testimony to ensure Dr Forson's culpability.
Also, Mr Dame purportedly advises Mr Jakpa to use the delay to facilitate his travel plans, raising significant concerns about potential interference in the judicial process.
Legal experts and civil society groups have expressed alarm over the potential misuse of power and the implications for the integrity of Ghana’s legal system. They emphasize the need for transparency and accountability, urging the authorities to address the issue promptly to maintain public trust in the judiciary.
May 28, 2024
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