GENERAL NEWS

CHRAJ cites Freddie Blay for contempt, wants him imprisoned if guilty

Published

5 years ago

06/06/2019

Lionel

Chairman of the governing NPP has been cited for contempt over his refusal to honour Commission of Human Rights and Administrative Justice’s invitation to assist with investigations into the procurement of 275 buses for his party.

The Commission is asking for a prison sentence for Freddie Blay should he be found guilty of contempt.

This follows the former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament claim that he had not been invited and dared the Commission to arrest him if it believes he breached the law.

“CHRAJ has not invited me to their offices, they some time [ago] claimed that they sent letters to where I have offices…if you want to invite me personally come with the letter. If you have not come to me with a letter but you keep telling the whole world you have invited Freddie Blay and so forth…” he told Joy News’ Kwesi Parker-Wilson.

Some of the 275 buses said to have been procured by Mr Blay

“Go to court and ask for an order and then come and arrest me for being recalcitrant and disobeying a court order,” he added.

But on Tuesday, CHRAJ called the bluff of Mr Blay and proceeded to the High Court to cite him for contempt asking for prison custody if he is found guilty.

CHRAJ attached to their application the certificate of service of document and letters as evidence. A letter dated August 20, 2018, was entrusted to the registrar of the court, on August 23, 2018, to serve Mr Blay.

The covering letter required Mr Blay’s comment on the substance of the complaint filed but on August 23, 2018, they delivered the document first to the NPP National Headquarters.

Also, on September 25, 2018, another letter on the subject dated September 24, 2018, was handed to the registrar who said it was delivered to the Daily Guide office.

Although he met Mr Blay’s absence, he handed it over to the receptionist, Irene Anokye, who promised to deliver the letter to Mr Blay.

Joseph Whittal is the CHRAJ boss

Yet again, a subpoena was given to the registrar to be given to Mr Blay who said he delivered it to the same receptionist.

After all the notices CHRAJ, does not understand why the NPP National Chair would say he had not received any notification.

But the spokesperson for Mr Blay, Richard Nyama said they only got to know of the contempt citation on Joy FM.

“Be that as it may, if CHRAJ goes through the proper processes of having Mr Blay properly served, he is not afraid to appear before any court of competent jurisdiction,” he said.

Although Mr Nyama said he does not know the person who received the letter at the Daily Guide office, he stated that the onus lies on CHRAJ to provide that evidence in court.

“I think CHRAJ is playing political ping-pong with this matter because the law requires that there should be some prima facie established,” he said adding the Commission going by mere newspaper reports to invite Mr Blay is akin to chasing ghosts.

Mr Nyama said CHRAJ has the capacity to follow leads to the bank, Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) – where Mr Blay is the Board Chair – and other places of interest to verify whether there was any breach of any form.

GENERAL NEWS

DEBUT ALBUM: Miriam Mandipira & The Soul Family

Published

2 months ago

07/16/2024

Lionel

DEBUT ALBUM by Miriam Mandipira & The Soul Family!
You’ve never heard a voice like Miriam Mandipira’s. Undeservedly, she doesn’t take credit for the power or presence she delivers. For Miriam, music is much more than just notes and words. It’s
magic. And faith. You can experience it LIVE and on the album, which is set to be released on September 1st.

She has been singing for as long as she can remember, growing up with her ears glued to the radio.

From the moment her school teacher asked her to sing in class, the rest has been history. From Africa to Denmark, from Book Café in Harare to Mojo Blues Bar and the big concert halls. From
Danish Radio Big Band to the Royal Theater. Music is music, and Miriam is the music.

“But it’s not about me when I sing. I’m just the instrument, and when I’m on stage with my band, I sing from a place that’s not about rules and technique but about emotions,” says the singer, who is
seriously trying her hand at songwriting – together with her Soul Family on the album “Ndiwe”, which means ‘you are the chosen one of my heart.’ The overall message is impossible to ignore
Love.

“Call me a soul singer, call me a jazz singer. I don’t care. Good music is good music, and I love interpreting other people’s songs and being inspired. At the same time, I think it’s great to try my
hand at creating and writing the songs myself – and with my friends in the Soul Family, I have found my place. They are my family, and the curiosity and respect we share are fantastic.”

You can experience that up close when Miriam & The Soul Family take the stage. The enthusiasm for music and communication is impossible to ignore and hear.

“I love to maintain the feeling of being a child. It’s an excitement and curiosity that keeps me going, and that’s why I’m so excited about every single concert – no matter how small or large it is.

Otherwise, I would never do it. This is not just a casual thing. This is a life, and everything means something,” says Miriam, who began her years in Denmark by jamming at Mojo Blues Bar, building a network.

Enjoy

ENTERTAINMENT

Bnoskka and Apprise Music Join Forces To Launch IP Zone Podcast

Published

4 months ago

05/27/2024

Lionel

Bnoskka, a leading creative arts business and intellectual property consultant, is excited to announce its collaboration with Apprise Music, a renowned music publishing and distribution company, to launch the IP Zone Podcast. Hosted by Bnoskka, the podcast is now streaming on YouTube, Spotify and all major streaming platforms.

IP Zone Podcast delves into the fascinating world of intellectual property, creativity, and innovation, featuring insightful conversations with industry experts, artists, and thought leaders. With a focus on the music and creative industries, the podcast explores the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in intellectual property, copyright, and innovation.

“I am thrilled to partner with Apprise Music to bring IP Zone Podcast to the public,” said Bnoskka. “Our goal is to create an engaging and informative platform that sparks meaningful discussions and inspires creativity. We believe that intellectual property is at the heart of innovation, and we’re excited to share this journey with our audience.”

“Apprise Music is dedicated to empowering creatives and artists to protect and monetize their intellectual property,” said Mr. Michael Bamfo, CEO of Apprise Music. “We’re proud to collaborate with Bnoskka on IP Zone Podcast, and we look forward to sharing our expertise and insights with the creative community.”

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About Bnoskka:
Bnoskka is a creative arts business and intellectual property consultant dedicated to empowering creatives and businesses to protect, monetize, and grow their intellectual property.

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