News:
January 28, 2026
In a definitive ruling, Ghana’s Supreme Court has overturned a High Court order for a parliamentary election rerun in the Kpandai Constituency, cementing the victory of New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament Matthew Nyindam.
The apex court, in a 4-1 majority decision delivered on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, found that the Tamale High Court lacked the jurisdiction to nullify the 2024 election results. The court held that the election petition by the defeated National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate was filed outside the legally mandated timeframe.
Key Details of the Ruling:
· Majority Decision: The panel, led by Justice Gabriel Pwamang, granted the judicial review application filed by MP Matthew Nyindam.
· Consequences: All orders from the High Court’s earlier judgment, including the directive for the Electoral Commission (EC) to conduct a fresh election, have been set aside.
· Dissenting View: Justice Pwamang was the sole dissenter on the five-member panel.
· Reasoning to Follow: The full written opinions of the justices—Amadu Tanko, Emmanuel Yonni Kulendi, Samuel Asiedu, Henry Anthony Kwofie, and Pwamang—are expected to be published by February 6, 2026.
Legal Representation:
Matthew Nyindam was represented by a legal team headed by Frank Davies, with notable members including Gary Nimako Marfo and Kow Abaka Essuman.
This ruling brings finality to the electoral dispute, confirming Matthew Nyindam as the duly elected MP for Kpandai.
Ghanamps.com