Businessman Richard Jakpa is scheduled to undergo cross-examination by the Attorney General (AG) today, Tuesday, June 18, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing ambulance trial.
This follows the completion of cross-examination by lawyers representing Dr. Ato Forson, the first accused, last Thursday, June 13.
While it remains uncertain whether Godfred Dame, the AG, will personally conduct the cross-examination in court, it is confirmed that the Prosecution will rigorously scrutinize Mr. Jakpa.
Justice Afia Serwah Asare-Botwe, serving as an additional High Court judge presiding over the case, called upon the Prosecution after Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson's legal team, led by Dr. Abdul Basit Aziz Bamba, concluded their cross-examination on June 13, 2024.
Earlier, the Court had admitted an audio recording into evidence, capturing a conversation between Godfred Dame and Richard Jakpa, the third accused in the case.
Dr. Ato Forson, the current Minority Leader in Parliament, and businessman Richard Jakpa face allegations of deliberately causing financial loss to the state amounting to 2.37 million euros through the procurement of ambulances. Both have pleaded not guilty and are currently standing trial.
Mr. Jakpa is expected to endure a thorough examination from the Prosecution, anticipated to last at least five hours, in accordance with the Case Management Completion plan.
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