Lumba's Funeral: Court gives applicants ultimatum to pay GH¢2m or burial will proceed

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Donatus 2 days ago

Confusion galore!

Confusion galore!
Reap what you sow 2 days ago

Upon what basis is this extorsion coming from?

Upon what basis is this extorsion coming from?
Dr Mumbi Seraki 2 days ago

Hello youth of Ghana..... you can take your own life with medicine...for instance 15 paracetamol at once. Or combine medicine and akpeteshie or weedicide.

Hello youth of Ghana..... you can take your own life with medicine...for instance 15 paracetamol at once. Or combine medicine and akpeteshie or weedicide.
Reap what you sow 2 days ago

This allegation could not be true otherwise something is fishy somewhere ......

This allegation could not be true otherwise something is fishy somewhere ......
K. Opoku-London-UK 2 days ago

Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK- and anywhere in this world can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for ...
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Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK- and anywhere in this world can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for the funeral director's losses, and a potential order to pay the other party's legal fees.
Significant Financial Consequences
High Legal Costs: Injunctions are notoriously expensive, especially urgent, last-minute applications which often require out-of-hours legal work. Legal fees for solicitors and barristers can quickly run into thousands or even tens of thousands of pounds, depending on the complexity and urgency of the case.
Court Fees: There is an initial court fee for filing an injunction application, typically around £500.
Adverse Costs Order: The general rule in English litigation is that the losing party pays the winning party's legal costs. If your application is unsuccessful or the court decides it was without merit, you could be ordered to pay the other party's (e.g., the person who arranged the funeral or the funeral director's) legal fees, significantly increasing your financial liability.
Cross-Undertaking in Damages: The court will typically require the applicant (the person seeking the injunction) to give a "cross-undertaking in damages". This means that if the injunction is granted but the court later decides it should not have been (e.g., at a full trial), the applicant must compensate the other party for any losses sustained as a consequence of the delay or cancellation.
Contractual Liabilities: The person who signed the contract with the funeral director is personally liable for the costs incurred. Stopping the service late may constitute a breach of contract, and you could be held liable for any cancellation fees or costs for services already rendered that the funeral director is entitled to recover under their terms and conditions (e.g., costs for the coffin, preparation of the body, venue hire, etc.).
Other Potential Consequences
Irreparable Family Damage: This type of hostile litigation is highly sensitive and can cause long-term, irreparable damage to family relationships during an already difficult time of grieving.
Contempt of Court: If an injunction order is granted and you or any third party with notice of the order deliberately disobey its terms, it can result in serious penalties, including fines or imprisonment.
Given the significant costs and the sensitive nature of these disputes, the court often encourages parties to attempt mediation or a compromise. It is critical to seek specialist legal advice immediately to weigh up the risks and options available.
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John 2 days ago

What a court

What a court
DADA KOJO 2 days ago

I could sense some powerful hands behind this happening.
This is serious.

I could sense some powerful hands behind this happening.
This is serious.
Trump 2 days ago

Lumbar crying in hell

Lumbar crying in hell
Otumfour 2 days ago

What is this , what sin has lumber committed against his family and Ghanaians as a whole. This is disgraceful

What is this , what sin has lumber committed against his family and Ghanaians as a whole. This is disgraceful
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Nana 2 days ago

This is the most stupidest family I have seen in my life.

This is the most stupidest family I have seen in my life.
Kay De 2 days ago

Useless family.

Useless family.
Kojo poku-London UK 2 days ago

Very sad. The end of a noble man and a legend but because of selfishness and greediness and wickedness cum vindictiveness, all these mayhem. I pray for my brother soul rest in perfect peace.

Very sad. The end of a noble man and a legend but because of selfishness and greediness and wickedness cum vindictiveness, all these mayhem. I pray for my brother soul rest in perfect peace.
Bitter truth 2 days ago

When they tell u Ghanaians have the lowest IQ on the African continent, now u understand..this is a clear case of low IQ people fighting over properties..now it’s becoming even scary for a Ghanaian to become successful beca ...
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When they tell u Ghanaians have the lowest IQ on the African continent, now u understand..this is a clear case of low IQ people fighting over properties..now it’s becoming even scary for a Ghanaian to become successful because after he passes on, the lazy family starts to fight over properties..very sad ending for such a legendary musician Daddy Lumba..I pray God gives DL rest.
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unintelligent statement

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Asakramitoga 2 days ago

What is this High Court saying. Has he been compromised by the looting Abususpanyin group? Is the whole scenario turning into a Hollywood script? Oh Ghana

What is this High Court saying. Has he been compromised by the looting Abususpanyin group? Is the whole scenario turning into a Hollywood script? Oh Ghana
Ghanabi Kofi 2 days ago

If you ask for an injunction today for a funeral taking place tomorrow then you must pay for the expenses and preparation made so far. If not who will bear the cost of the preparation made against tomorrow's burial and funera ...
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If you ask for an injunction today for a funeral taking place tomorrow then you must pay for the expenses and preparation made so far. If not who will bear the cost of the preparation made against tomorrow's burial and funeral service?
Nana Boat. 2 days ago

Exactly. Who will pay for the expenses already incurred?

Exactly. Who will pay for the expenses already incurred?
Kwaseato 2 days ago

Since when did they file for the injunction. Will the injunction be filed if that crook Abusuapanin listened to Lumba's immediate family members and included them in the decision making of his funeral. That Abusuapanin 's own ...
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Since when did they file for the injunction. Will the injunction be filed if that crook Abusuapanin listened to Lumba's immediate family members and included them in the decision making of his funeral. That Abusuapanin 's own brother and 2 or 3 immediate family members are in the morgue as we speak. Why doesn't he concentrate on the funeral of his own brother instead of insisting on burying Lumba he wasn't even on speaking terms with while he was alive if his main goal is not reaping money from the funeral?
LUNCH PAD 2 days ago

Eii Ghana Eii Ghana, Whats a sumasults directive or judgment

Eii Ghana Eii Ghana, Whats a sumasults directive or judgment
What a stupid demand 2 days ago

Will any cost against the respondent arise if he listened and included the immediate family members in the decision making an planning of the funeral. The family must make immediate urgent appeal to lift that stupid directiv ...
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Will any cost against the respondent arise if he listened and included the immediate family members in the decision making an planning of the funeral. The family must make immediate urgent appeal to lift that stupid directive.
snake eyes 2 days ago

Some strong political manipulations, ama Ghana

Some strong political manipulations, ama Ghana
Efo 2 days ago

Confused Country

Confused Country
Balman 2 days ago

How possible

How possible
Joy 2 days ago

Good ruling

Good ruling
Lucky 2 days ago

This demand does not make any sense from the Court. Who forced the Abusuapanyin to go Solo with the preparation in the first place? Go to the Supreme Court immediate family members. Nonsense!

This demand does not make any sense from the Court. Who forced the Abusuapanyin to go Solo with the preparation in the first place? Go to the Supreme Court immediate family members. Nonsense!
Twisting customary laws 2 days ago

Eiiii Ghana! Is the court telling us that so called ebusuapayin in our families have the ultimate power in burying deceaseds? Meaning no more customary laws or what? They should allow the maternal to bury lumba in peace, this ...
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Eiiii Ghana! Is the court telling us that so called ebusuapayin in our families have the ultimate power in burying deceaseds? Meaning no more customary laws or what? They should allow the maternal to bury lumba in peace, this ebusuapayin is the cause of all brohaha
Papakyene 2 days ago

Think some ppl dont really understand the Akan customs.
The wives and children dont hv any business in burrying Lumba.
They r not part of the fam , Abusuapayin together with the maternal fam r the soul owners of the body.
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Think some ppl dont really understand the Akan customs.
The wives and children dont hv any business in burrying Lumba.
They r not part of the fam , Abusuapayin together with the maternal fam r the soul owners of the body.
The children only role is to purchase a Coffin to burt their Dad, the fam Can Even decide to reject it.
Kwasi 2 days ago

Herrrr, Ghana! Oooh no! This is not fair!! Our justice system is seriously warped. It seems to me that this latest decision is an afterthought or after some strings have been pulled from behind. What is the judge afraid of? D ...
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Herrrr, Ghana! Oooh no! This is not fair!! Our justice system is seriously warped. It seems to me that this latest decision is an afterthought or after some strings have been pulled from behind. What is the judge afraid of? Doesn’t he have a mind of his own? How are they going to cough up this amount within this limited time? This shows that the whole funeral is about business and not to mourn Daddy Lumba. I believe some unauthorized people, possibly from the now defunct funeral Committe, want to cash-out some ineligible expenses before it becomes too late. I suggest the immediate family kicks out every person who has a hand in the previous funeral arrangements, including the controversial, dishonest and confused Abusuapanyin Tupac, if they are able to deposit the required amount. After all, it serves as a hedge to indemnify those funeral contractors against any loss. They are in it for business and not to mourn, they must be kicked out immediately.
Kwasi 2 days ago

Who pays for Abusuapanin Tupac’s frivolous and unrelated expenses, supposedly made in the name of funeral arrangements?

Who pays for Abusuapanin Tupac’s frivolous and unrelated expenses, supposedly made in the name of funeral arrangements?
Haooo 2 days ago

Automatically it means the injunction has been lifted

Automatically it means the injunction has been lifted
Alor 2 days ago

Why this confusion? Why should an ultimatum be given to pay 2 billion cedis within 2 hours? What a shame. Oh Ghana!!!! Hmmm

Why this confusion? Why should an ultimatum be given to pay 2 billion cedis within 2 hours? What a shame. Oh Ghana!!!! Hmmm
Abugre 2 days ago

Who say man no dey.

Who say man no dey.
K. Opoku-London-UK 2 days ago

Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK and anywhere in this world can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for ...
read full comment

Seeking a late injunction to stop an arranged contractual funeral service in the UK and anywhere in this world can have significant financial consequences, primarily involving substantial legal costs, potential liability for the funeral director's losses, and a potential order to pay the other party's legal fees.
Significant Financial Consequences
High Legal Costs: Injunctions are notoriously expensive, especially urgent, last-minute applications which often require out-of-hours legal work. Legal fees for solicitors and barristers can quickly run into thousands or even tens of thousands of pounds, depending on the complexity and urgency of the case.
Court Fees: There is an initial court fee for filing an injunction application, typically around £500.
Adverse Costs Order: The general rule in English litigation is that the losing party pays the winning party's legal costs. If your application is unsuccessful or the court decides it was without merit, you could be ordered to pay the other party's (e.g., the person who arranged the funeral or the funeral director's) legal fees, significantly increasing your financial liability.
Cross-Undertaking in Damages: The court will typically require the applicant (the person seeking the injunction) to give a "cross-undertaking in damages". This means that if the injunction is granted but the court later decides it should not have been (e.g., at a full trial), the applicant must compensate the other party for any losses sustained as a consequence of the delay or cancellation.
Contractual Liabilities: The person who signed the contract with the funeral director is personally liable for the costs incurred. Stopping the service late may constitute a breach of contract, and you could be held liable for any cancellation fees or costs for services already rendered that the funeral director is entitled to recover under their terms and conditions (e.g., costs for the coffin, preparation of the body, venue hire, etc.).
Other Potential Consequences
Irreparable Family Damage: This type of hostile litigation is highly sensitive and can cause long-term, irreparable damage to family relationships during an already difficult time of grieving.
Contempt of Court: If an injunction order is granted and you or any third party with notice of the order deliberately disobey its terms, it can result in serious penalties, including fines or imprisonment.
Given the significant costs and the sensitive nature of these disputes, the court often encourages parties to attempt mediation or a compromise. It is critical to seek specialist legal advice immediately to weigh up the risks and options available.
Yaw 2 days ago

Funny. The judge after delivering his judgment became functus officio and cannot legally recall the parties for another directive. Its an illegal order and therefore null and void. The applicants should ignore the order and ...
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Funny. The judge after delivering his judgment became functus officio and cannot legally recall the parties for another directive. Its an illegal order and therefore null and void. The applicants should ignore the order and quickly file an appeal against the order.
Yaw 2 days ago

Those talking about contracts already entered, didn't they inform the court about all that in their defence before the courts first decision? The judge with all due respect is wrong. He became functus after delivering his f ...
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Those talking about contracts already entered, didn't they inform the court about all that in their defence before the courts first decision? The judge with all due respect is wrong. He became functus after delivering his first ruling. Travesty of Justice.
Judge Aponkye ! Lol! 2 days ago

Are our judges still taking bribes ? Smh

Are our judges still taking bribes ? Smh
KofSam 2 days ago

This high court judge is an idiot. His rulings has rather complicated the case. How does he expect the other litigants to cough up two million cedis within two hours ? This completely nonsense. We can’t be doing things like ...
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This high court judge is an idiot. His rulings has rather complicated the case. How does he expect the other litigants to cough up two million cedis within two hours ? This completely nonsense. We can’t be doing things like we live in an uncivilized society and fighting over dead bodies. This case is not a civil one to be settled in court . This is for our traditional chiefs and elders to apply wisdom in the judgments . When it comes to the inheritance of properties that is where our civil courts are engaged to settle matters in the absence of a legal will . The late Lumbar does not deserve this because of the joy he brought to people through his music.
KofSam 1 day ago

This high court judge is a scum bag . How will he give two separate rulings on the same case the same day . That was a mixed signal and very confusing which did not make any sense at all. Even local elders could not have give ...
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This high court judge is a scum bag . How will he give two separate rulings on the same case the same day . That was a mixed signal and very confusing which did not make any sense at all. Even local elders could not have given this stupid judgement. Even if the judge wanted the other party to pay for the funeral expenses incurred by Tupac before he could place an injunction on the burial, how on earth could he demand a payment of two million cedis within two hours ? It does not make sense to even a fool . Some of these judges have given rulings on cases that have tarnished the image of the judiciary as a whole . It is time for the judicial council to review every rulings from these judges to see the validity of some of these senseless decisions. The judiciary has a tarnished image already since Anas documentary on them and they must do the needful to reclaim their respect and integrity.

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