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Nothing has changed; we’ll return to court on Tuesday for collation and declaration – Gary Nimako
Lawyer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidates in six disputed constituencies, Gary Nimako Marfo, has downplayed the significance of the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on four parliamentary seats.
Speaking to journalists on Friday, December 27, 2024, Mr. Nimako clarified that the decision primarily aims to uphold procedural fairness, allowing all parties to fully participate in the legal process.
“The court said these four constituencies should go back to the High Court. This is to allow the NDC to file their response and for the court to issue another order for the Electoral Commission (EC) to proceed with collation and declaration,” Mr. Nimako explained.
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The ruling pertains to parliamentary results in Okaikwei Central, Tema Central, Techiman South, and Ablekuma North. A prior High Court order directed the EC to collate and declare results in these constituencies, but the National Democratic Congress (NDC) contested the decision, arguing that they were not heard during the proceedings.
The Supreme Court sided with the NDC, ordering the High Court to rehear the matter.
Despite the setback, Mr. Nimako assured NPP supporters that the ruling is not a defeat for the party. “Nothing has changed. The Supreme Court’s decision only ensures procedural fairness. We’ll return to the High Court on Tuesday to continue the process,” he said.
He emphasized the EC’s constitutional obligation to properly collate and declare results.
“There has been no collation yet. This process must be carried out properly, and that’s what we are advocating for,” he stated.
Mr. Nimako expressed confidence that the High Court would ultimately allow the EC to proceed with the collation and declaration of results. “This is not a loss for us. It’s simply part of the legal process. We are confident the High Court will make the necessary order for collation and declaration,” he added.
Meanwhile, the NDC has welcomed the Supreme Court’s directive as a step toward ensuring fairness and transparency in the electoral process. Both parties are set to present their arguments when the case is reheard at the High Court next week.
