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REPUBLIC v. HIGH COURT, KUMASI AND OTHERS; EX PARTE FOSUHENE

1990

SUPREME COURT

GHANA

CORAM

  • SOWAH C.J.
  • ADADE
  • FRANCOIS
  • WUAKU
  • AMUA-SEKYI JJ.S.C

Areas of Law

  • Chieftaincy Law
  • Contempt of Court
  • Judicial Review

AI Generated Summary

The Supreme Court dismissed the application for certiorari to quash the ruling of the High Court, Kumasi. The applicant's delay in pursuing the prohibition proceedings and the High Court's discretion in contempt proceedings were key factors in the decision. The court also discussed the inherent jurisdiction of the High Court and the statutory limitations imposed by the Chieftaincy Act, 1971 (Act 370).

JUDGEMENT