“We have obtained a copy of the Court’s ruling and we met the witness a few days ago and some concerns were raised and as a result, the Republic is considering its legal and procedural options.
“Shortly before we entered, I explained this to counsel for A1, and the Republic will like to apologise profusely to the court because we assured the court that we will be ready. We humbly pray for a date to put our house in order”
Lawyers for Mr Nyantakyi represented by Baffuor Gyawu Bonsu Ashia had concerns. He pointed out that the trial is currently shrouded in secrecy making preparations very difficult.
He pointed out that the state has even failed to indicate which witness it will be calling to the stand at the next date.
Charles Puozing, who represents the other accused person, Abdulai Alhassan, urged the court to discharge the two accused persons.
“My difficulty is that my client resides in Tamale. Even if he has to come back, the risk involved is enormous, and if he has to come by air, it is so expensive. It is my prayer that the accused persons be discharged.
“Whenever the state is ready, they serve us with a hearing notice. You are the third judge, and this matter has been pending for four years. All adjournments in the last four years have been at the instance of the prosecution,” he stated.
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