The High Court in Accra has made a significant ruling concerning defamation.
Oliver Barker-Vormawor has been ordered to pay GH₵5 million in general damages.
This payment is in favour of Albert Kan Dapaah, a former National Security Minister.
The court found Barker-Vormawor liable for defamation.
In addition to the damages, Barker-Vormawor must pay GH₵100,000 in costs.
This portion of the award is also in favour of Kan Dapaah, who was the plaintiff.
The defendant in the case was Oliver Barker-Vormawor.
Justice delivered the judgment regarding the case.