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  • Forgive your son for failing to see true love – Court tells Prof Fobih after dismissing case

    Forgive your son for failing to see true love – Court tells Prof Fobih after dismissing case

    The High Court at Cape Coast has issued a directive to former Education Minister Professor Dominic Fobih, urging him to pardon his son and nephew for their objections to his marriage to a 30-year-old woman, Mary Nyamekye Oduro.

    In a recent ruling reported by Dennislaw.com, the court declared that there were no valid grounds for the opposition raised against the 80-year-old professor’s union with Mary Nyamekye, whom he loves.

    The case, which gained widespread public attention and controversy in May 2023 following the viral video of the former minister’s traditional wedding, saw objections based on concerns about the significant age gap between Professor Fobih and his bride, as well as doubts about Mary’s intentions.

    Objectors argued that the marriage was irrational, citing Professor Fobih’s recovery from a stroke and the perceived potential for marital discord due to the age difference. They also expressed suspicions about Mary’s motives, alleging infidelity and manipulation.

    Furthermore, claims regarding a prior engagement with one Beatrice Boateng were addressed by the court, confirming that the marriage had been dissolved and dismissing the objectors’ arguments as unsubstantiated.

    Ultimately, the court ruled in favour of Professor Fobih and Mary Nyamekye, dismissing the objections as lacking merit. In addition, the court urged Professor Fobih to forgive his son, Dr. Nick Fobih, and nephew, Nicholas Fobih, and imposed financial penalties of GHC20,000 and GHC 20,000 on the objectors, respectively.

    The ruling marks a resolution to the highly publicized dispute surrounding Professor Fobih’s marriage, emphasizing the importance of legal recourse and the protection of individuals’ right to marry based on mutual consent and affection.

    As the case concludes, attention now shifts to the aftermath of the court’s decision and the potential reconciliation between Professor Fobih and his family members, as well as the ongoing journey of the newlywed couple as they navigate their future together.

  • Court throws out case against Prof Dominic Fobih for marrying 30-year-old Mary

    Court throws out case against Prof Dominic Fobih for marrying 30-year-old Mary

    The High Court at Cape Coast has issued a directive to Professor Dominic Fobih, a former Education Minister during the Kufuor administration, urging him to extend forgiveness to his son and nephew over their objections to his marriage to a 30-year-old woman named Mary Nyamekye Oduro.

    In its ruling, the court emphasized that there were no justifiable grounds for the objections raised against the 80-year-old professor’s decision to marry Mary. The court expressed its support for the union, stating that it saw no reason why Professor Fobih should not be allowed to marry the love of his life.

    The case gained significant public attention in May 2023 when a video of the former minister’s traditional wedding went viral. The objectors, who were identified as the professor’s son and nephew, argued that his decision to marry Mary was irrational, citing his previous stroke and the significant age gap of about fifty years between the couple as potential obstacles to a successful marriage.

    They also raised concerns about Mary’s alleged infidelity and her purported ulterior motives for marrying a much older man.

    Additionally, the objectors questioned whether Professor Fobih was still legally bound to another woman, Beatrice Boateng, whom he claimed to have divorced in 2020 through customary means. However, the court determined that the marriage between Professor Fobih and Beatrice Boateng had indeed been dissolved, dismissing the objectors’ claims as baseless.

    Consequently, the court ruled in favor of Professor Fobih and Mary Nyamekye, declaring them eligible to marry. Furthermore, the court instructed Professor Fobih to forgive his son, Dr. Nick Fobih, and nephew, Nicholas Fobih, for their objections to the marriage. The court also imposed financial penalties of GHC 20,000 against each of the three objectors as costs incurred during the legal proceedings.

  • Viral video: 80-year-old ex-minister Dominic Fobih lovey-doveying young wife

    Viral video: 80-year-old ex-minister Dominic Fobih lovey-doveying young wife

    Who said old men can can’t experience youthful love?

    80-year-old former Member of Parliament and Minister of Education in Ghana, Professor Dominic Fobih, has gained attention on social media, particularly on TikTok.

    The video in question shows Professor Fobih and his 31-year-old wife enjoying a moment together on a sofa, with his wife recording the scene. The background song playing in the video is Banzy Banero’s “Hosanna,” adding to the atmosphere of their intimate encounter. In the footage, the couple engages in dancing, hand gestures, and affectionate touching.

    Professor Dominic Fobih, born on July 16, 1942, had previously made headlines for his marriage to a younger bride in May 2023.

    He served as a legislator from January 2001 to January 2017 on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party and held the position of Minister of Lands, Forestry, and Mines during the administration of former President John Agyekum Kufour.

    It appears that this particular video has gained popularity on social media, drawing attention to the former minister’s personal life and showcasing a joyful moment between him and his wife.

  • I didn’t marry for you – Prof Dominic Fobih claps back at critics

    I didn’t marry for you – Prof Dominic Fobih claps back at critics

    Former Minister of Education, Professor Dominic Fobih, has encouraged Ghanaians to desist from criticising the decisions he takes with regards to his romantic life.

    Prof Fiboh’s recent marriage has been one of the topical issues this week. It was earlier reported that the 80-year-old got married for the ninth time with lady less than half his age.

    But Prof Fiboh dismissed such reports, noting that he has just one wife.

    ā€œI donā€™t have nine wives, I have one wife, I just got married. I didnā€™t have a wife before so Iā€™ve just got married. Who in Ghana has nine wives. If anybody is commenting on nine wives the person has been misled. Those who are commenting are commenting on what theyā€™ve read and that is borne out of ignorance,ā€ Prof. Fobih said in a radio interview with Accra-basedĀ Starr FMĀ on Tuesday (May 9, 2023).

    The conversation then shifted to the age gap between the two.

    In response to the latest development, the former minister said he is an adult and knows what is best for him. He stressed that his marriage is not to impress anyone but to fulfil his own needs.

    ā€œIā€™m a very strong-willed person and Iā€™m always convinced about what I decide to do and is best for me. I know why Iā€™m doing this and so they can tell all sort of things. I didnā€™t marry for anybody, I married for myself,ā€ Prof. Fobih added.

    In Ghana, although surprising, it is not uncommon for a man relatively older to tie the knot with a relatively younger lady.

    Professor Fobih, who was a legislator from January 2001 to January 2017 on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party, described himself as a strong-willed person who knows what is best for him.Ā 

  • Video: Former Education Minister finds 9th wife at age 80

    Video: Former Education Minister finds 9th wife at age 80

    Former Minister of Education and Assin South Member of Parliament, Professor Dominic Fobih, has tied the knot for the ninth time. 

    According to reports, the new wife is a young woman of 27. The age gap between the two is 53 years.

    A brief video from the event shows the politician/educator dancing joyfully with his new wife, who was dressed in a white and gold beaded-lace corset gown.

    The two danced to Dada KD’s love song “Fatia Fata Nkrumah” while he held his wife’s waist with his right hand and she placed her hands on his shoulders. The audience applauded as they performed.

    An appreciation message that came with their picture read: “Thank you for celebrating our special day with us and making it the most memorable day of our lives. Mr and Mrs Fobih.”

    Born on July 16, 1942, Dominic Fobih was a legislator from January 2001 to January 2017 on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party. He was also the Minister of Lands, Forestry, and Mines during Ex-President John Agyekum Kufour’s administration.

    He was once a lecturer at the University of Cape Coast.