ANSAH VRS ANSAH (DM/0132/2021) [2023] GHAHC 449 (7 November 2023)

ANSAH VRS ANSAH (DM/0132/2021) [2023] GHAHC 449 (7 November 2023)

The marriage has broken down beyond reconciliation as evidenced by persistent disagreements, failed reconciliation efforts, and mutual allegations of unreasonable behaviour and adultery. The statutory requirements for dissolution have been met.

Citation
[2023] GHAHC 449
Parties
Petitioner: Dr. Victoria Ansah; Respondent: Owusu Ansah
Court
High Court
Jurisdiction
Ghana
Judgment Date
7 November 2023
Case Number
DM/0132/2021
Procedural Posture
Divorce and Matrimonial Cause / Final Judgment
Outcome
petition granted; marriage dissolved
Legal Topics
Divorce, Custody, Maintenance, Matrimonial Property
Source Language
English
Family Law Divorce Custody Maintenance Matrimonial Property

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Parties

Dr. Victoria Ansah

Petitioner

Owusu Ansah

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Divorce and Matrimonial Cause / Final Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the marriage has broken down beyond reconciliation

Ratio Decidendi

The marriage has broken down beyond reconciliation as evidenced by persistent disagreements, failed reconciliation efforts, and mutual allegations of unreasonable behaviour and adultery. The statutory requirements for dissolution have been met.

Court Disposition

petition granted; marriage dissolved

Orders

  • Marriage celebrated on 12th May, 2012 dissolved.
  • Respondent to pay petitioner £450 per month as maintenance for the children.