Divorce Case – NGC vs. SLPP
Date: 2nd March 2024
Case Number: 2324
Judge: Justice Abu Black
Petitioner: NGC Suma, represented by Suma Esq.
Respondent: SLPP Bio, represented by Bio Esq.
Introduction:
In High Court No1 in Freetown, Justice Abu Black presides over a divorce case that set the political arena lively. The courtroom is packed with eager party loyalists, ready for the showdown. Bio leads the SLPP's legal team while Suma takes charge of the petitioner NGC.
The courtroom cracks with tension as NGC Suma, the petitioner, and SLPP Bio, the respondent, take their seats. Emotions are running high as both parties prepare to make their case.
Opening Statements:
Suma Esq. rises for the petitioner and paints a vivid picture of a partnership gone sour. He highlights ideological clashes, power struggles, and broken promises as grounds for divorce. Suma emphasizes NGC's desire for independence and a fresh start away from a toxic relationship.
Presenting a counterargument on behalf of the respondent Bio Esq. acknowledges the breakdown of the relationship but asserts that since there was no legally binding agreement, there is no property to share. He stresses SLPP's willingness to proceed with the divorce but firmly states the party's position on property division.
Legal Arguments:
Presenting the petitioner’s legal arguments Suma Esq. furnishes the court with evidence of SLPP's dominance and disregard for agreements. He argues that NGC's trust has been shattered, making reconciliation impossible. Suma requests a fair division of assets, emphasizing NGC's need for autonomy. “Although dis marade dae scatter we want all watin una bin promise we befoe we go”, Suma stressed.
Bio Esq. for the respondent counters with claims of shared achievements and future prospects. He admits mistakes but argues for the lack of legal obligation. Bio reiterates SLPP's willingness for the divorce but firmly rejects any property sharing. "We nor owe nobody, so we nor get natin for shabe", Bio Esq said firmly
Closing Statements:
Suma Esq. reiterates NGC's plea for independence and a fresh start. He emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and requests a swift resolution in NGC's favour.
On the part of the respondent, Bio makes a final plea for understanding. He expresses commitment to shared goals but maintains SLPP's stance on property division, citing the lack of legal obligation.
Verdict:
After deliberation, Justice Abu Black grants the divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. On the issue of property distribution Justice Black says that will be settled in his chambers away from the prying eyes of the media. The courtroom falls silent as NGC Suma and SLPP Bio absorb the decision, their paths diverging as they prepare for separate political journeys.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This fictional story is inspired by real events but is otherwise a creation of the writer's imagination.
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