Gary Nimako Marfo, the Director of Legal Affairs of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), says the Court of Appeal's ruling in the Sedina Tamakloe case has strengthened his confidence in the appeal filed by Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.
Court of Appeal's Ruling Boosts Confidence in Wontumi's Appeal
Gary Nimako Marfo's statement comes after the Court of Appeal's decision in the Sedina Tamakloe case. The NPP legal director said the reasoning adopted by the Court of Appeal gives him reason to believe Wontumi's appeal could also succeed.
"This judgment, as it stands, gives me hope in Wontumi's appeal," Gary Nimako Marfo said on Newsfile on Joy News.
Wontumi's Appeal Has Grounds for Optimism, Says Gary Nimako Marfo
Gary Nimako Marfo's position is based on comparing the High Court judgment in Wontumi's case with the Court of Appeal's reasoning in the Sedina Tamakloe decision. He believes that the similarities between the two cases provide grounds for optimism as Wontumi pursues his appeal.
"If you read Wontumi's judgment at the High Court and the manner with which the conviction took place, and you juxtapose that judgment vis-à-vis this particular judgment, then clearly, I can tell people that Wontumi will succeed on appeal," Gary Nimako Marfo stated.
Gary Nimako Marfo's Assessment Based on Legal Principles
Gary Nimako Marfo maintained that his assessment is based on the legal principles discussed in the Court of Appeal's decision rather than political considerations. He added that his confidence in Wontumi's appeal is not influenced by any political affiliations.
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Gary Nimako Marfo's statement suggests that the Court of Appeal's ruling in the Sedina Tamakloe case has given new hope to Wontumi's appeal. As the NPP legal director continues to monitor the development, it remains to be seen whether his confidence in Wontumi's appeal will be vindicated.
Source: MyNewsG
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