A family representative linked to deceased highlife artist Charles Kwadwo Fosu received a penalty of two sheep from Asante traditional authorities after the musician's sister invoked customary protocols during litigation over marital status. Ernestina Akosua Bimpomaa used the Great Oath on Tuesday, October 28, redirecting proceedings from civil court to the Manhyia Palace, where Kofi Owusu failed to contest the action within the required timeframes.
The penalty will fund purification ceremonies designed to neutralize the spiritual implications of oath invocation under Asante customs, which mandate that such matters fall exclusively under palace jurisdiction. Court sessions addressing claims by Akosua Serwaa, who asserts recognition as the late performer's legal spouse, are scheduled to resume on Wednesday, November 12.
The penalty will fund purification ceremonies designed to neutralize the spiritual implications of oath invocation under Asante customs, which mandate that such matters fall exclusively under palace jurisdiction. Court sessions addressing claims by Akosua Serwaa, who asserts recognition as the late performer's legal spouse, are scheduled to resume on Wednesday, November 12.
