Kwesi Pratt clarified on Metro TV monitored by MyNewsGh that the ongoing Kpandai parliamentary dispute is fundamentally a legal and procedural matter, rather than a question of vote counts.
“The High Court was not counting votes. It was not about valid or invalid votes. The electoral officer created a new collation center without notifying the NDC candidate. That is the issue. Finish. No more,” Pratt stated.
He explained that the High Court decision led to an appeal, which under the law suspends execution for seven days.
“That seven days has elapsed. The court is going to make a determination today. So why the rush?” he asked, highlighting what he sees as unnecessary political theatrics.
Pratt also criticized attempts by political actors to influence the judiciary. “Somebody holds a press conference warning judges how to decide a case before they’ve even heard it. That’s clear contempt,” he said.
He emphasized that the rule of law and proper parliamentary procedure must be respected, even amid public protests.
“Accusing judges of pandering to their pay masters is a serious allegation. The Chief Justice should investigate if facts support it,” Pratt stressed.
