New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Effiduase-Asokore, Dr Nana Ayew Afriyie, has taken legal action against the founder and leader of Glorious Word Power Ministries International, Rev. Isaac Owusu Bempah.
The lawsuit follows a recent public dispute between the two personalities, which has attracted considerable attention within Ghana’s political and religious circles.
The disagreement reportedly stems from allegations made by Rev. Owusu Bempah concerning Dr Ayew Afriyie and an alleged incident involving the clergyman.
Dr Ayew Afriyie has rejected the allegations and previously described them as false. He subsequently indicated that he was prepared to pursue legal action against the pastor over statements he considered defamatory.
The latest development confirms that the matter has now moved beyond public exchanges, with the Member of Parliament seeking redress through the courts.
The dispute became prominent after Rev. Owusu Bempah made allegations concerning an alleged attack on him. The claims generated reactions from Dr Ayew Afriyie and members of the NPP, with the party’s youth wing also calling for investigations into the circumstances surrounding the allegations.
Dr Ayew Afriyie has maintained that the claims made against him are untrue and has publicly challenged the pastor over the allegations.
In an earlier response, the MP strongly denied involvement in any alleged attempt to attack or harm Rev. Owusu Bempah. He also criticised the pastor’s comments and indicated that the matter could have legal consequences.
The development has since become a subject of public discussion, particularly because it involves a sitting legislator and a prominent religious leader.
The legal action is expected to provide an avenue for the parties to present their respective positions and for the relevant court to determine the issues raised in the case.
Meanwhile, the dispute has also generated political reactions. The NPP Youth Wing previously called on security agencies, including the police and other investigative bodies, to examine the allegations surrounding the alleged incident involving Rev. Owusu Bempah.
The party has maintained that allegations involving public officials should be properly investigated rather than settled through public accusations.
As the matter enters the legal process, the specific claims and responses of the parties will be subject to the proceedings before the court.
The case highlights the potential legal consequences of public allegations involving political figures and other prominent personalities, particularly where one party believes statements made against them are defamatory.
For now, attention is expected to shift to the court as Dr Ayew Afriyie seeks legal redress against Rev. Owusu Bempah.
The outcome of the case could provide further clarity on the allegations that triggered the dispute and determine whether any legal liability arises from the statements at the centre of the controversy
