The High Court in Kumasi has dismissed a defamation suit brought by Effiduase/Asokore MP Dr Ayew Afriyie against Isaac Asante, a radio commentator. The case concerned an allegation made by Asante on Nhyira FM that the MP had slapped the then District Chief Executive of Sekyere East, Mary Boatemaa Marfo. The court, presided over by Justice Dr Poku Adusei, considered the testimony of the DCE, medical evidence, and a police report. The court found the DCE's testimony compelling and supported by medical and police reports, concluding that an assault occurred. The court also found that Asante had acted honestly without malice and that the assault of a public official was a matter of public interest, satisfying the requirements for fair comment. The MP was ordered to pay GH¢25,000 in costs. The plaintiff's action and all accompanying reliefs were dismissed, according to Yen Ghana.