Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, remains defiant in the face of defamation lawsuits filed against him by former NPP Chairman Freddie Blay and his son, Kwame Blay, as he revealed he is yet to receive formal notification despite weeks of verbal warnings.
“They say better late than never — even though I am yet to be served, this is great news after many weeks of countless threats,” Ablakwa remarked in his post on social media.
The lawsuits allege that Ablakwa falsely implicated the Blay family in the alleged theft of state property, a charge he vehemently denies.
The North Tongu MP underscored his determination to contest the accusations, particularly regarding the dispute over the Labadi Beach Hotel’s beachfront.
“The battle to reclaim Labadi Beach Hotel’s beachfront just got exciting,” he declared, hinting at his readiness to engage in legal proceedings to defend his position.
Ablakwa also took a swipe at the timing of the lawsuits, insinuating a strategic element behind their filing.
“Justice does not always belong to those who are first to seek refuge in the courts — if you doubt this, ask the double identity champion,” he asserted, alluding to perceived political tactics.
Kwame Blay’s lawsuit specifically targets Ablakwa, denying any involvement in the alleged land theft or conspiracies against individuals connected to his family’s business interests. He emphasized the detrimental impact of Ablakwa’s statements on his personal reputation and business dealings.
In a broader legal front, Freddie Blay’s lawsuit extends beyond Ablakwa to include Media General and journalist Johnnie Hughes as additional defendants. Freddie Blay accuses Ablakwa of maliciously damaging his longstanding reputation, particularly given the timing close to electoral cycles.