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‘Cock-and-bull story’ – Kpebu says Wontumi’s reclamation defence fell apart

“Part of Wontumi’s story is that, oh, Henry, as part of the reclamation, was to plant coconut trees, and when these coconut trees grow, they will share the profits at the end.
Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Monday, Mr Kpebu described Wontumi’s explanation that he only authorised reclamation work on the Samreboi concession as a “cock-and-bull story” that failed to stand up against the evidence before the court.
But if you make an agreement orally, oh Henry, take this concession, do whatever you want to do, is binding.
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