ACCRA: In a case that has captured local attention, Samuel Amankwah has expressed satisfaction with the Accra Circuit Court’s decision to sentence Pastor Love to prison for selling a car without authorization. The court’s ruling comes after a protracted legal battle initiated by Amankwah, who accused his childhood friend of betraying their trust.
According to Ghana Web, Amankwah revealed in an interview with Kofi TV that he was disheartened by Pastor Love’s actions. Despite their long-standing friendship, he was forced to invest significant resources to pursue legal action. Amankwah expressed relief that the court has assured him he will be compensated for the price of the vehicle, despite the sentencing. “Whenever my brother goes to court, I spend not less than $200 on flights to travel from Kumasi to Accra,” he stated, emphasizing the financial burden the legal proceedings have imposed on him.
The case dates back to 2017 when Pastor Love was accused of selling the Toyota Highlander that Amankwah had shipp
ed into the country. Initially, Amankwah had granted permission for the sale but later rescinded the decision. Upon returning to Ghana, Amankwah discovered the car was missing and confronted Pastor Love, who claimed to have sold the vehicle to repay a loan. Despite his explanations, Pastor Love could not identify the loan company or the buyer, leading to his arrest and subsequent sentencing.
During the trial, Pastor Love pleaded for leniency, highlighting his status as a first-time offender and his willingness to pay a fine. However, the court, presided over by His Honour Isaac Addo, rejected his plea and sentenced him to 48 months in prison. The court also ordered restitution of the $50,000 vehicle cost, providing Amankwah a path to recovery for his financial loss.