The High Court in Koforidua has dismissed an election petition filed against Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Member of Parliament for the Nsawam-Adoagyiri constituency, bringing an end to legal efforts to challenge his re-election in the 2024 general elections.
The petition was brought before the court by Amenorpe Philibert Fummey, the parliamentary candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), who sought to have the election results overturned.
He claimed that there were irregularities during the electoral process that compromised the credibility and legitimacy of the outcome.
However, on Thursday, the court, presided over by His Lordship Krofa Addae, struck out the petition following an application for dismissal filed by lawyer Gary Nimako Marfo, Director of Legal Affairs for the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In his ruling, Justice Addae stated that the petition lacked merit and failed to present sufficient evidence to warrant the nullification of the election.
The court emphasized that the Electoral Commission’s declaration of Frank Annoh-Dompreh as the duly elected Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri was a true reflection of the will of the people.
The judge further noted that the petitioner did not substantiate the claims of electoral fraud or misconduct with adequate proof.
As part of the judgment, the court awarded a cost of GH¢25,000 against the petitioner, a decision that reinforces the seriousness with which the judiciary treats unfounded legal challenges.
Reacting to the court’s ruling, Mr. Annoh-Dompreh expressed satisfaction and gratitude. He described the outcome as a clear vindication of the people’s trust and a reaffirmation of the democratic process.
According to him, the ruling not only upholds his electoral victory but also strengthens public confidence in Ghana’s legal and electoral systems.
The dismissal of the petition means that Annoh-Dompreh, who currently serves as the Minority Chief Whip in Parliament, will continue to serve his term in Parliament without further legal contention over his legitimacy as an elected representative.