By Elsie Appiah-Osei
Accra, April 10, GNA – Supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Assin North are jubilant, following the Accra High Court’s ruling that acquitted and discharged their Member of Parliament (MP), Mr James Gyakye Quayson.
Mr Quayson had been in a legal battle over dual citizenship since 2021 but was cleared of all charges when the court dismissed the case against him on Wednesday, April 09.
A statement issued by the MP and copied to the Ghana News Agency, Accra, on Thursday has said.
It said Mr Nicholas Coffie, a member of the Assin North Constituency Communication team for the NDC, expressed relief and optimism about the court’s decision.
“The court’s decision was fair, and we look forward to a brighter future now that Quayson is relieved from the stress brought on by the case,” the statement quoted Mr Coffie.
It added that many supporters were eagerly awaiting further development in the constituency, including an alleged ministerial appointment promised by the then former President John Dramani Mahama during the 2023 Assin North by-election campaign.
It noted that the legal challenges Mr Quayson faced had negatively impacted the constituency’s development, particularly in areas like road infrastructure.
“We are glad that justice has been served, and we believe this marks a new chapter for our constituency.
“The promised ministerial appointment will be a significant boost to our region’s development,” the statement said.
According to the statement, Mr Quayson’s acquittal had brought relief to his supporters, who had been anxiously following the case.
“The court’s decision is seen as a vindication of Quayson’s innocence and a boost to the NDC’s morale in the constituency,” the statement noted.
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