Private legal practitioner Oliver Barker-Vormawor has voiced strong criticism against Ghana’s justice system in light of comedian Funny Face’s detention in prison pending trial.
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Expressing his disbelief over the denial of bail for Funny Face, Barker-Vormawor questioned the rationale behind imprisoning the embattled comedian while he awaits trial.
He argued that as a recognizable public figure, Funny Face should have been granted bail with the condition to report to the police as necessary.
In a Twitter post, the prominent activist expressed his frustration, describing the refusal to grant bail to Funny Face as both unfair and ludicrous.
“The fact that Funny Face is still in prison cells just shows you how ridiculous our criminal justice system is. The only reason why a judge should deny a person bail is when there is genuine uncertainty that they will not show up to stand trial.
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Funny Face is a recognizable person in this country. He is not a flight risk. There is absolutely no reason why he won’t show up to stand trial,” Barker-Vormawor remarked in his post.
He further questioned the use of bail as a form of punishment, especially when the individual is already facing trial. Barker-Vormawor highlighted his concerns about the judicial process and the apparent detachment from human empathy or respect for constitutional rights.
“Why do we keep using bail as a punishment? The person is already being tried. So, the purpose of the remand is what kraa? Sometimes, I wonder what really is the interest of judges. So detached from any human empathy or even respect for the sanctity of constitutional rights. Why do I even bother? Honestly!!” he concluded in his post.
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