BEATRICE ARMATTOE v. MONEY GRAM & 2 ORS

Justice Richard Apietu of the High Court issued a default judgment against the third defendant following procedural non-compliance. The Plaintiff had initiated proceedings by Writ of Summons with a Statement of Claim, and the writ and claim were served on the defendants. Although the third defendant entered appearance, it failed to file a defence within the time stipulated by the Rules of Court. The Plaintiff applied for judgment, supporting the application with a search result confirming service on the third defendant and the absence of any filed defence. On this basis, the court entered judgment for the Plaintiff against the third defendant and awarded costs of GH5,000.00. The decision underscores the consequences of failing to meet procedural timelines and the courts readiness to enforce compliance through default judgment and costs.