We have recently witnessed a significant legal development involving the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Zonda Sinotruck Assembly Plant Limited, Mrs. Yang Yang, and her company. The High Court in Tema has convicted and fined them a total of GHc36,000 for Contempt.
The CEO and her company were found guilty of contempt after pleading guilty to the charges brought against them. Justice Patricia Quansah presided over the case and imposed a fine of GHc2,000 penalty units on Mrs. Yang Yang and 1000 penalty units on her company, amounting to GHc24,000 and GHc12,000 respectively.
In the event of default in payment, the Court has ruled that Mrs. Yang Yang and her company would serve 30 days and 15 days in jail, respectively.
The case stemmed from allegations of gross disobedience of the law, as the CEO and her company were accused of disregarding a pending breach of contract case against Narh Global Services. It was alleged that they, along with armed soldiers and police officers, conducted a hostile takeover of Narh Global's mining firm, which included assaulting workers, confiscating property, and siphoning diesel.
The Plaintiff's legal counsel, Archie Martin Danso Jnr, brought forth these serious accusations, stating that the respondents' conduct amounted to contempt of court and brought the administration of justice into disrepute.
While the defendants admitted to the charges, their legal counsel expressed disagreement with the reasons for the fine but acknowledged the court's decision to convict them.
As the legal proceedings continue, the Court has directed the Plaintiff to file for their defense.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the law and respecting legal processes within the business environment. It also highlights the serious consequences that can arise from actions that are deemed to be in contempt of court.
We will continue to monitor this case as it unfolds and provide updates on any further developments.
-source Starrfm | curated by Aisha Yakubu | Ghana Crimes
