Justice Afia Serwah Asare-Botwe of the Accra High Court has cautioned lawyers and parties involved in the ongoing ambulance trial to refrain from making public comments that could prejudice the case. Failure to comply with the order may result in contempt of court charges, potentially leading to jail terms.

The warning comes after numerous commentary on the trial has appeared in the media, sparking concerns about the potential impact on the legal proceedings. The trial involves Minority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson and businessman Richard Jakpa, who face charges of causing financial loss to the state in a deal to purchase 200 ambulances between 2014 and 2016. Both defendants have pleaded not guilty.

Justice Asare-Botwe emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the legal process and ensuring a fair trial for all parties involved. The judge’s warning serves as a reminder that the legal system will not tolerate any actions that could undermine the rule of law and the administration of justice.

The ambulance trial has been a highly publicized case in Ghana, with many following the developments closely. However, the judge’s warning serves as a clear reminder that the legal process must be respected, and any comments or statements that could potentially sway public opinion or influence the outcome of the trial will not be tolerated.

As the trial continues, all parties involved are expected to adhere strictly to the judge’s warning and refrain from making any public comments that could compromise the legal process.