Calm prevails at Supreme Court premises

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Nana Yaw III 12 years ago

Now that we have achieved some sense of decency around the supreme court, thanks to the Police, it is now the turn of the leaders of the two major parties to advise their followers to stay at hom and watch events from afar.
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Now that we have achieved some sense of decency around the supreme court, thanks to the Police, it is now the turn of the leaders of the two major parties to advise their followers to stay at hom and watch events from afar.

There is no need for supporters to rally around the supreme court in support of their leaders. The Court is for lawyers and journalists and acredited personalities. Wearing party paraphenalia and chanting songs will not help anyone.

I therefore call on all political leaders - especially those of the NDC and NPP - to call on their supporters to refrain from going to the premises of the supreme court anytime there is a sitting.
Gorfrey 12 years ago

By and large, I agree with you. I however go on a tangent of noting that while we are often obsessed with elections, we are less than vigilant when it comes to management of the nation's resources. I therefore commend to part ...
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By and large, I agree with you. I however go on a tangent of noting that while we are often obsessed with elections, we are less than vigilant when it comes to management of the nation's resources. I therefore commend to participants on this site to visit the business section of the website where the following was reported on 1/28/13: "About 13 out of 26 World Bank-funded projects in Ghana that were supposed to have been completed within three to five years have run far beyond their completion dates, with some running for as long as eight to nine years, the B&FT has found. ...As a result, over US$1.5billion of funds -- out of US$2.3billion approved in total -- remains in the World Bank’s chest, waiting on implementing agencies to get their acts together."
POPO FIRE 12 years ago

i guess ndcs petition was dismissed. they told them to go to ec for their proofs.

i guess ndcs petition was dismissed. they told them to go to ec for their proofs.
ZAMIA N22 LONDON 12 years ago

NPP YAMUTU!!

NPP YAMUTU!!
TerriblY Spe cifiC 12 years ago

SILENC E BY NPP MEANS TOTAL LOSS.

SILENC E BY NPP MEANS TOTAL LOSS.
ATSU, HO 12 years ago

MAY THE TRUTH ALWAYS STAND. TRICKERY AND AVOIDANCE OF THE TRUTH WILL NOT HELP ANYBODY

MAY THE TRUTH ALWAYS STAND. TRICKERY AND AVOIDANCE OF THE TRUTH WILL NOT HELP ANYBODY
Nana Yaw III 12 years ago

I have read the news item. It's unfortunate that our leaders cannot put their heads together and move this nation forward, even when we have funds to execute developmental projects.

Maybe, it is high time some of us joined ...
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I have read the news item. It's unfortunate that our leaders cannot put their heads together and move this nation forward, even when we have funds to execute developmental projects.

Maybe, it is high time some of us joined to form civil developmental groups that will put governments and our leaders in check. Our politicians are failing us, so such groups will be the only to salvage what is left, and oblige the politicians to work.
MENSAH 12 years ago

That could be a very good idea if it could be executed with decency and integrity.

That could be a very good idea if it could be executed with decency and integrity.
SGT ANANI FIADZOE 12 years ago

I thought they were men shouting all-die-be-die! Just whips have scared the NPP hoodlums away. They ran with their tails between their legs.

I thought they were men shouting all-die-be-die! Just whips have scared the NPP hoodlums away. They ran with their tails between their legs.
K. Boateng 12 years ago

GNA's screaming headline sought to indicate that there was an earlier turmoil at the SC premises today but nothing in the body of the news item says so. What is the reason for the GNA to cause such a panic while there is none ...
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GNA's screaming headline sought to indicate that there was an earlier turmoil at the SC premises today but nothing in the body of the news item says so. What is the reason for the GNA to cause such a panic while there is none or some Ghanaian journalists are just bend on causing chaos in the country? This headline is extremely shameful, to say the least.

Nana Yaw III 12 years ago

Mr. Boateng,

The headline is: Calm prevails at Supreme Court premises.

This, I'm sure, was written this way because of what happened during the first 2 sittings. at the first sitting, hundreds of party supporter flocke ...
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Mr. Boateng,

The headline is: Calm prevails at Supreme Court premises.

This, I'm sure, was written this way because of what happened during the first 2 sittings. at the first sitting, hundreds of party supporter flocked to the SC to "support" their leaders. The same thing happened at the second sitting, when people in NDC paraphenalia reportedly went to the SC's premises weilding canes.

It is for this reason that the reporter chose that title for his story.
K. Boateng 12 years ago

Nana, the news should have given a background as to why that headline but there is nothing to that effect, hence making the headline deceptive.

Nana, the news should have given a background as to why that headline but there is nothing to that effect, hence making the headline deceptive.
Nana Yaw III 12 years ago

Ok. I understand you.

Ok. I understand you.
Agyare 12 years ago

In 1948, they rejected the outcome of elections after Nkrumah won 35 out of 38 areas (whilst Nkrumah was in jail with Gbedemah campaigning for him)

In 1992, they rejected the outcome of elections after Rawlings won 9 out o ...
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In 1948, they rejected the outcome of elections after Nkrumah won 35 out of 38 areas (whilst Nkrumah was in jail with Gbedemah campaigning for him)

In 1992, they rejected the outcome of elections after Rawlings won 9 out of 10 regions.

In 1996, K4 did the honourable thing (against many of the leaders) by conceading defeat.

In 2008, they couldn't have rejected the outcome because they were in power and they couldnt have based it on anything. Therefore, they resorted to diabolic acts like planting dead bodies in the volta region, going to court on a sunday holiday, etc.

In 2012, they are rejecting the outcome of the elections after NDC won yet 8 out of 10 regions.

Can't these stupid leaders reason and realize they are just too unpopular? I don't like K4, but I think he's the most reasonable amongst the bunch of UP/NPP guys from independence till now.

He never made tribal comments, never incited or permitted anybody to incite tribes against tribes, he was largely humble and "acted" peaceful. AND HE BECAME PRESIDENT. These stupid crop of NPP leaders are just destroying everything. Tribalism and foolishness is what will put NPP in opposition for another 30 years.
Nana Yaw III 12 years ago

Thanks for your contribution, but my call was for both sides of the political divide to "call their boys to order". What you have said of the NPP may be true. Someone may say something similar against the NDC. What is impo ...
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Thanks for your contribution, but my call was for both sides of the political divide to "call their boys to order". What you have said of the NPP may be true. Someone may say something similar against the NDC. What is important is that we acted like civilised people and worked hand in hand to develop this nation of ours.

Maybe it is time we learnt that accusations and counter accusations will lead us nowhere.
Agyare 12 years ago

How on earth could any serious patriotic party set such an unenviable precedence for our democracy.; Supreme court after every election.

In every election, there will ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS be issues. When the issues become ...
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How on earth could any serious patriotic party set such an unenviable precedence for our democracy.; Supreme court after every election.

In every election, there will ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS be issues. When the issues become so grave in the public eye, then we seek the courts, not when the whole entire world saw a peaceful, fair election.

An election where no party's polling agent was denied the right to guard the ballot for his party. An election where all parties had "responsible" men of choice in the EC strong room and EVERYWHERE collation took place. An election with transparent boxes, a second line of security called biometric verification. WHAT THE HELL WILL "SENSIBLE" MEN BE DOING IN COURT AFTER LOOSING SUCH AN ELECTION?

Now, in every election, no matter how fair it is, believe me, the Supreme court will be the brought in by the loosing party. Thats the precedence NPP has now set for our democracy.
Nana Yaw III 12 years ago

If the NPP has decided to behave this way, let them go ahead. If their action is counter-productive, they will pay for it in subsequent elections. What we need is peace for development.

For as long as all political leade ...
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If the NPP has decided to behave this way, let them go ahead. If their action is counter-productive, they will pay for it in subsequent elections. What we need is peace for development.

For as long as all political leaders learn to control their utterances and their supporters, and avoid violence, let them petition as many times as they want. Ghanaians, in general, are very discerning and are gradually learning to punish bad politicians.

Some of us know what the rukes were and how the elections were conducted. Anytime we had the chance, let's educate and explain issues in a peaceful manner to our brothers and sister, friends, and colleagues. If we do that, the truth will dawn on many an ignorant.

Personally I have discussed the elections in taxis with angry taxi drivers, in bars, and at other social meetings wherever someone brought it up. Slowly, gradually, the truth will be known, but in the meantime, let's maintain the peace and development.
Billy 12 years ago

Nana it seems you didn't understand Agyare very well. Agyare has a problem of the PRECEDENCE NPP is setting in a democratic country think about it.

Nana it seems you didn't understand Agyare very well. Agyare has a problem of the PRECEDENCE NPP is setting in a democratic country think about it.
kampu 12 years ago

Only mad people will go to stand under rhe scorchin sun in the name of suport when proceedings are always brought up in the news for all to hear.... If this is not madness then its so close to it....

Only mad people will go to stand under rhe scorchin sun in the name of suport when proceedings are always brought up in the news for all to hear.... If this is not madness then its so close to it....
ADAMA 12 years ago

NDC THIEVES

NDC THIEVES

K. Boateng 12 years ago

sore loser, you can change your moniker all you want but the "animals" will rule over you for the next 8 and a half years so get a grip, loser.

sore loser, you can change your moniker all you want but the "animals" will rule over you for the next 8 and a half years so get a grip, loser.
ERICUS-ERICUS 12 years ago

WHAT DO YOU GAIN IF YOU ONLY WANT TO STEAL AND RULE. THIS EVIL AGENDA WILL NOT LAST.

WHAT DO YOU GAIN IF YOU ONLY WANT TO STEAL AND RULE. THIS EVIL AGENDA WILL NOT LAST.
OYC 12 years ago

You cannot impose an illegitimate party on the people. Ghanaians are waiting.. liars, using the name of God to steal from the people.. God will punish you one by one.

You cannot impose an illegitimate party on the people. Ghanaians are waiting.. liars, using the name of God to steal from the people.. God will punish you one by one.
BONSO 12 years ago

SUPREME COURT MUST EXPEDITE ACTION ON THIS MATTER FOR THE SAKE OF PEACE IN A COUNTRY LAGGING FAR BEHIND IN DEVELOPMENT...

SUPREME COURT MUST EXPEDITE ACTION ON THIS MATTER FOR THE SAKE OF PEACE IN A COUNTRY LAGGING FAR BEHIND IN DEVELOPMENT...
Abu Ben Adam 12 years ago

I believe that the SC would be impartial in whatever they are doing for everybody to be satisfied. That would bring peace in the country.

I believe that the SC would be impartial in whatever they are doing for everybody to be satisfied. That would bring peace in the country.
ESI 12 years ago

THE MADNESS OF NPP HAS COME BACK AGAIN. FOR ONCE WRITE SOMETHING SENSIBLE. WHETHER YOU CRY OR LAUGH PRESIDENT MAHAMA IS RULING. SO KEEP QUITE IF YOU DON'T FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH HIM RULING THEN DIE OR TRAVELL TO WHEREEVER YOU ...
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THE MADNESS OF NPP HAS COME BACK AGAIN. FOR ONCE WRITE SOMETHING SENSIBLE. WHETHER YOU CRY OR LAUGH PRESIDENT MAHAMA IS RULING. SO KEEP QUITE IF YOU DON'T FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH HIM RULING THEN DIE OR TRAVELL TO WHEREEVER YOU WANT THAT YOU WILL NOT SEE HIM UNTIL 2020 OR UNTIL THY KINGDOM COME. AMEEN
ACHIPA 12 years ago

This shows that Ghanaians are law abiding citizens. I hope our politicians will work together like our great black star team. Our politicians should note that anytime black star plays home or overseas, all Ghanaians despite o ...
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This shows that Ghanaians are law abiding citizens. I hope our politicians will work together like our great black star team. Our politicians should note that anytime black star plays home or overseas, all Ghanaians despite of our tribal, religion, and political differences, we all get together as one nation and support our team. This tells me that Ghanaians will never go to war like Kenya, Liberia, and Sierra Leone as some of our politicians claim. We will never fight for any politician for his or her selfish interest. NPP and NDC politicians are all the same. We need Ghanaians living abroad to form a new political party to redeem Ghana from this mess that npp and ndc are creating in our beloved country.
CAPE-COAST BOY 12 years ago

GHANA POLICE IS CAUSING TENSION AT THE SUPREME COURT MAKING IT LOOK LIKE A WAR ZONE THEY SHOULD GIVE US A BREAK AFTER ALL AKUFFO ADDO IS THE MOST PEACEFUL MAN IN GHANA TODAY BUT TRUST ME IF I WAS HIM GHANA WILL NOT BE AS IT I ...
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GHANA POLICE IS CAUSING TENSION AT THE SUPREME COURT MAKING IT LOOK LIKE A WAR ZONE THEY SHOULD GIVE US A BREAK AFTER ALL AKUFFO ADDO IS THE MOST PEACEFUL MAN IN GHANA TODAY BUT TRUST ME IF I WAS HIM GHANA WILL NOT BE AS IT IS TODAY
JAMES PEROVER 12 years ago

MAD AND CRAZY LEADERS OF THE NDC AND NPP SHOULD STOP THEIR SENSELESS SUPPORTERS FROM GOING TO THE COURT PREMISES.NPP MPS HAVE REFUSED TO WORK BUT THEY ARE TAKING 50,000 CEDIS RENT ALLOWANCE.ARE THE SUPPORTERS AND THEIR FAMILI ...
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MAD AND CRAZY LEADERS OF THE NDC AND NPP SHOULD STOP THEIR SENSELESS SUPPORTERS FROM GOING TO THE COURT PREMISES.NPP MPS HAVE REFUSED TO WORK BUT THEY ARE TAKING 50,000 CEDIS RENT ALLOWANCE.ARE THE SUPPORTERS AND THEIR FAMILIES NOT HUNGRY?THIS IS PRIMITIVE AND UNPRODUCTIVE.THIS IS NOT HAPPENING IN THE USA.
NYAMEBEKYERE 12 years ago

GHANA NEED MEN NANA TO LEAD THE NATION

GHANA NEED MEN NANA TO LEAD THE NATION

Antie Kate 12 years ago

NDC FOOLS ARE FED UP NOW, THEY CAN GO AND STAY IN THE COURT ROOM, BASTARDS

NDC FOOLS ARE FED UP NOW, THEY CAN GO AND STAY IN THE COURT ROOM, BASTARDS
mega 12 years ago

https://www.facebook.com/groups/134078810091466/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/134078810091466/
THE TRUTH 12 years ago

Akuffo-addo u campaign for over 4yrs going on all type of tours meet the people tour,eating tour, hope tour restoration tour the list goes on and you had less than50% of the votes MAHAMA went on one tour ie thank you and had ...
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Akuffo-addo u campaign for over 4yrs going on all type of tours meet the people tour,eating tour, hope tour restoration tour the list goes on and you had less than50% of the votes MAHAMA went on one tour ie thank you and had over 50% of votes so what do you want now seeking for 9 persons to give you verdict of what?

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