Rockson Dafeamekpor Files GHC30 Million Defamation Suit Against Ntim Fordjour

Top Knowledge TV | Legal & Political Desk
Accra, Ghana – Prominent Member of Parliament and legal practitioner, Rockson-Nelson Etse Dafeamekpor, has filed a GHC30 million defamation lawsuit against Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, the Deputy Minister of Education and MP for Assin South.

The suit, filed at the High Court in Accra, stems from statements allegedly made by Ntim Fordjour which Dafeamekpor claims were false, malicious, and intended to tarnish his reputation, both as a lawyer and legislator.

⚖️ The Alleged Defamation

While the specific content of the alleged defamatory statements has not yet been disclosed in full, sources indicate that they were made during a televised political discussion, where Ntim Fordjour allegedly questioned Dafeamekpor's integrity, suggesting involvement in activities unbecoming of a public official.

Dafeamekpor, who has earned a reputation as a vocal and principled member of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), argues in his suit that the comments were not only factually incorrect but were made with reckless disregard for the truth.

“The defendant’s statements have severely injured my image and standing in the eyes of right-thinking members of society,” the suit reads.

???? Reliefs Sought

The plaintiff is demanding:

• GHC30 million in general damages for defamation

• A public retraction and apology by Ntim Fordjour in the same medium the statements were made

• A perpetual injunction restraining the defendant from making further defamatory remarks about him

Legal experts note that this is one of the largest defamation claims filed by a sitting MP in recent years, underscoring the gravity with which Dafeamekpor views the matter.

????️ Ntim Fordjour Reacts

Deputy Minister Ntim Fordjour has not issued an official statement in response to the lawsuit. However, aides close to him say he stands by his statements and is prepared to defend himself in court.

Political analysts are watching closely, given both MPs’ high-profile roles in their respective parties and the potential political fallout this legal battle could generate.

????????‍⚖️ A Growing Trend?

This case adds to a growing list of defamation suits among Ghanaian politicians, as public figures increasingly turn to the courts to defend their reputations amidst a highly polarized media and political environment.

???? Top Knowledge Insight:
With a GHC30 million claim on the table, this lawsuit is more than just a legal battle — it's a test of how far public accountability, freedom of speech, and personal reputation can stretch in Ghana’s modern political climate.