Hanan trial: Lawyer rejects claims legal team is delaying trial; insists Dame’s illness genuine

Speaking on Joy FM’s Newsnight on Wednesday, August 12, Mr Adu-Brempong said the defence team remains concerned about the continuation of the criminal trial during the legal vacation, particularly when its lead counsel is unwell.

Mr Adu-Brempong said the defence appreciates the seriousness of the criminal proceedings but maintains that its objection to the continuation of the trial during the legal vacation is based on established practice and not an attempt to frustrate justice.

He explained that the defence had formally written to the Chief Justice to express its concerns about the decision to conduct substantive criminal proceedings during the legal vacation.