Joseph Albert Quarm, a former member of the Minerals Commission board and MP for Manso Nkwanta, has brought legal action against Professor Frimpong-Boateng.
the previous environment minister. Quarm claims that Frimpong-Boateng has falsely accused him of engaging in vote-buying, bribery, and the illegal sale of mining concessions, and is suing for damages in the amount of GH2.5 million.
The court-filed lawsuit serves as a reminder of the seriousness of the accusations made as well as the growing hostility between the two well-known individuals.
Quarm vigorously refutes the accusations and maintains that they have seriously damaged his reputation and standing in the neighborhood.
A contentious report on illegal mining practices, or “galamsey,” written by Professor Frimpong-Boateng, is at the center of the legal dispute. Quarm asserts that the report makes false accusations against him and directly links him to unethical behavior. He is therefore asking for an injunction to stop Frimpong-Boateng and his friends from releasing any information from the report that relates to the accusations made against him, whether through media interviews or other channels.
The former Environment Minister has not yet responded publicly to the lawsuit, but it is anticipated that he will vehemently deny the defamation allegations.
The illegal mining of gold and other minerals, known as galamsey, has long been a problem in Ghana and has had a negative impact on the environment and nearby communities.
The purpose of the report Frimpong-Boateng wrote was to clarify the scope of the issue and suggest solutions to stop the illegal activity. However, it is currently at the center of a legal battle that may have significant ramifications for the nation’s political and environmental landscapes.
