Koforidua High Court Grants Freddie Blay GH¢800k Bail with Two Sureties

Koforidua High Court Grants Freddie Blay GH¢800k Bail with Two Sureties

The Koforidua High Court, presided over by His Lordship George Krofa Addai, has granted Freddie Blay, the former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), bail in the sum of GH¢800,000. He is required to provide two sureties, who must reside in either the Greater Accra or Eastern Regions.

Blay’s lead counsel, Godfred Yeboah Dame, informed the court that his client, a 48-year veteran lawyer and former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, is in poor health, and that continued detention could worsen his condition. Dame also explained that Blay was unaware of the bench warrant issued by the Akropong Circuit Court.

The prosecution did not oppose the bail application but emphasized the importance of ensuring that Blay attends all future hearings.

Judge Addai, in his ruling, considered Blay’s age and health, noting that he did not appear to be a flight risk. As a result, bail was granted at GH¢800,000 with two sureties from the Greater Accra or Eastern Regions, a departure from the previous requirement that the sureties be public servants.

Speaking to the media, Godfred Dame expressed dissatisfaction with the earlier decision of the Akropong Circuit Court but confirmed that Blay, who is currently hospitalized, is recovering.

The Eastern Regional Secretary of the NPP, Tonny Kofi Osei Agyei, hailed the bail as a triumph for justice. Supporters of the NPP in New Juaben South also gathered in large numbers to show their support for Blay.

The case revolves around a criminal complaint filed by a landowner, who accused Blay of demolishing a house under construction on a disputed parcel of land in Aburi-Kitase. Despite several police invitations, Blay allegedly failed to respond.

Charges were filed in April 2025, but Blay did not appear in court, leading to the issuance of a bench warrant, which was executed on March 16, 2026. Blay was initially remanded in custody and expected to remain there until April 9, 2026. However, due to high blood pressure, he was admitted to the hospital.

Blay’s defense team maintains that the matter is a civil dispute concerning a parcel of land purchased in 1994 and ongoing litigation. They argue that Blay did not order the demolition of any building but only instructed the clearing of weeds in January to prevent reptiles and other hazards from spreading in the neighborhood.

Story:Efua Nessa
Source :Loco tv