Hot SourceOn Wednesday, October 15, the Wa High Court, presided over by Justice Yussif Assibey, delivered its judgment in the high-profile case involving the murder of Eric Johnson, the Chief Executive Officer of Royal Cosy Hills Hotel, popularly known as “Jirapa Dubai.”
The court sentenced Elisha Mahama to life imprisonment for the brutal killing of the hotelier, which occurred on February 11, 2024, at Jirapa.
Two other accused persons; Belinda Miller and Kweku Kumbata were, however, acquitted and discharged for lack of evidence linking them to the crime.
According to the facts presented, Mahama murdered Mr Johnson and fled the scene, prompting an intelligence-led police operation that led to his arrest in the Central Region a few days later.
Following a meticulous investigation, the police and prosecution built a solid case, resulting in his conviction and sentencing to life imprisonment at the Ankaful Maximum Security Prison.
Speaking after the verdict, the Principal State Attorney for the Upper West Region, Abdul Shakur Saeed, described the judgment as “fair, thorough, and just,” praising the judiciary for its professionalism and commitment throughout the trial. “They say the wheels of justice grind slowly, but they grind exceedingly fine. Though we cannot bring Eric Johnson back, justice has been served,” he remarked.
As a newspaper, we join in commending all who played a role in ensuring that justice was delivered for the family of Eric Johnson, particularly the police officers who acted swiftly and professionally in investigating the crime. In a country where investigative lapses have too often allowed culprits to walk free, this case stands out as an example of excellence in law enforcement and prosecution.
Equally praiseworthy is the speed with which the case was concluded. In a judicial system where many cases drag on for years, sometimes decades this one was resolved in just one year and nine months. This is a testament to what can be achieved when institutions work efficiently and collaboratively.
We commend both the police and the judiciary for their diligence, professionalism, and sense of duty. Truly, justice delayed is justice denied, but in this case, justice has been timely and justly served.
That said, we cannot end without a reminder: there remain other unsolved murder cases, including those of Ahmed Hussein-Suale, J.B. Danquah-Adu, and Adams Mahama, whose families still await closure.
We call on the relevant authorities to bring similar urgency, commitment, and professionalism to resolving these cases. Justice for one victim must inspire justice for all.
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