Ho High Court Sets July 2 for Amewu to Testify in SALL Election Denial Case The Ho High Court has scheduled July 2, 2023, for the former Energy Minister, John Peter Amewu, to testify in the ongoing election denial case involving the Santrokofi, Akpafu, Lipke, and Likpe (SALL) Traditional Area. The case, brought by the National Democratic Congress (NDC), alleges that the Electoral Commission (EC) unfairly denied residents of the SALL area the right to vote in the 2020 general elections. Amewu, who was the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Hohoe Constituency, where the SALL area is located, has been summoned to testify on his alleged involvement in the decision-making process that led to the denial of voting rights. According to the plaintiffs, Amewu was present at a meeting where the EC allegedly reached an agreement with NPP representatives to exclude the SALL area from the elections. The EC has denied any wrongdoing, claiming that the exclusion was based on security concerns and the unavailability of polling stations in the area. The court has ordered Amewu to produce relevant documents and materials related to the alleged meeting and his involvement in the decision-making process. The outcome of the case is expected to have significant implications for the electoral process in Ghana and the rights of citizens to participate in elections.Ho High Court Orders Peter Amewu to Testify in SALL Election SuitHo High Court Orders Peter Amewu to Testify in SALL Election Suit The Ho High Court has directed Peter Amewu, the second respondent in the ongoing SALL election denial case, to appear before the court to provide evidence on July 2, 2024. This ruling follows Amewu’s lawyer’s explanation that he had not been able to produce his client due to his involvement in a national mission. However, the court expressed concern over Amewu’s absence, as he was expected to testify at the last adjourned date. The court also added two additional issues to the judgment, raised by Amewu’s lawyer. These issues challenge the court’s authority to declare the enactment of CI 128 (Constituency Instrument 128) unconstitutional and question whether the Electoral Commission had the right to place SALL communities under Jasikan district. After a lengthy legal debate, the court concluded that these additional issues were already covered by its established judgment. However, if Amewu wishes to file a further witness statement on these matters, he must do so within three days. Amewu’s counsel indicated that his client may not testify at all. The court has ordered the second respondent to file a witness statement if he chooses not to testify. The case revolves around the alleged removal of traditional SALL areas from the Hohoe constituency through the enactment of CI 128. The petitioners argue that this action is unconstitutional. The Electoral Commission maintains that CI 128 was the instrument used for the 2020 elections throughout the country. The court’s ruling underscores the importance of upholding the authority of the judiciary and ensuring the fair and impartial administration of justice.The Ho High Court has set July 2, 2023, for the Member of Parliament (MP) for Hohoe, John-Peter Amewu, to testify in a case challenging his eligibility to contest the parliamentary election in the constituency in 2020. The case was filed by one Mr. George Loh, who is also a resident of Hohoe, alleging that Mr. Amewu was not qualified to contest the election because he held dual citizenship at the time of filing his nomination. Mr. Loh is praying the court to annul the results of the election and declare him as the duly elected MP for Hohoe. At the hearing on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, the court, presided over by Justice George Buadi, directed Mr. Amewu to appear before it on July 2 to testify in the case. The court also directed the Electoral Commission (EC) to produce all documents relating to Mr. Amewu’s nomination for the election. Mr. Amewu, who was represented by his lawyer, Mr. Godfred Yeboah Dame, did not object to the court’s directive. The case has been adjourned to July 2, 2023, for Mr. Amewu’s testimony and the presentation of evidence by the EC.