Earlier today, under fire businessman, Richard Jakpa has provided an explanation for why the ambulances were not fit for purpose.
According to Jakpa, the ambulances were not fit for purpose on arrival. He claimed that a letter had been written instructing the government not to use them. He stated that the first 10 ambulances that arrived at the port were only meant to be parked and not for use.
Jakpa further explained that the letter requested the Ministry of Health to take urgent steps to clear and transfer the ambulances to a safe parking space. He added that his principal was supposed to bring in professionals to train government’s paramedics on the use of the ambulance and its equipment.
Emphatically, Jakpa disagreed with the prosecution’s claim that a post-delivery inspection rendered the ambulances as not fit for purpose. He declined to confirm whether the contract covering the deal in favor of his principal received parliamentary approval. This suggests that there were specific instructions and plans in place for their use. The issue of approval for the contract remains a point of contention in the ongoing trial.
Markedly, the legal battle between the State and the Minority leader, Dr. Casiel Ato Forson has been dramatic. As court proceedings unfold, updates will be given.
