A United States-based Ghanaian Professor, Stephen Kwaku Asare has said that the issue of legal cases remaining unresolved for over four years is a significant concern that demands urgent attention.
He explains that such prolonged litigation not only places an undue burden on the individuals involved but also undermines the fundamental principles of justice, including fairness, efficiency, and accessibility. "The prolonged nature of these cases erodes public confidence in the legal system, leaving litigants in a state of uncertainty and often financial distress.
A well-functioning judiciary should ensure that cases are adjudicated within a reasonable timeframe, balancing due process with efficiency." he wrote on Facebook.
When cases drag on for years, Prof Asare explained, they not only clog the judicial system but also create opportunities for procedural abuses, undue influence, and unnecessary costs. "This inefficiency disproportionately affects individuals with fewer resources, as they struggle to sustain legal battles that demand time, money, and emotional resilience.
