Vice President of Policy Think Tank, IMANI Africa, Bright Simons has resolved to defend his statements against businessman Ibrahim Mahama.

Business magnate Ibrahim Mahama and his company, Engineers & Planners (E&P), have filed a defamation suit against policy analyst and social commentator Bright Simons, seeking GHS10 million in general damages.

The writ of summons, filed at the Accra High Court, accuses Mr.

Simons of publishing false and malicious statements that have damaged the reputation and business standing of both the entrepreneur and his company.