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OPANIN KWAME FRIMPONG, OBAAPANIN AKOSUA ANANEWAAH v. AKOSUA NYARKO

1999

SUPREME COURT

GHANA

CORAM

  • Edward Wiredu, Presiding, J.S.C.
  • Kpegah, J.S.C.
  • Acquah, J.S.C.
  • Adjabeng, J.S.C.
  • Ms. Akuffo, J.S.C

Areas of Law

  • Civil Procedure
  • Administrative Law
  • Evidence Law

AI Generated Summary

The case revolves around an appeal improperly filed by the Petitioners, who sought to contest a decision of the Judicial Committee of the National House of Chiefs. The Supreme Court examined the statutory and regulatory requirements for filing an appeal and found that the Petitioners failed to meet these mandates. The appeal notice bore stamps of both the Court of Appeal and the Judicial Committee, with contradictory timestamps indicating potential fraud. The case highlighted the importance of adhering to statutory provisions for appellate jurisdiction and the severe consequences of non-compliance. Consequently, the Supreme Court held that it lacked jurisdiction and dismissed the appeal.

JUDGMENT