JH Mensah v Attorney General: Brief Facts

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What was the main reason for the court to determine that the action was not moot?

There was a likelihood of a similar matter repeating itself in the future

Why did the Minority Leader bring the action against the President's decision to retain ministers without parliamentary approval?

To prevent any minister from assuming office without approval

What did the court rule regarding the requirement for approval before assuming office as a minister or deputy minister?

Approval was required for both fresh and retained ministers or deputy ministers

Why was the issue of mootness raised as a preliminary objection by the defendant?

To argue that the action was irrelevant due to subsequent events

Why is it important for subsequent events to prove that an action cannot be reasonably expected to recur for it to be declared moot?

To provide guidance to future Parliaments and governments

What was the plaintiff's primary argument against ministers assuming office without parliamentary approval?

It undermined the authority of Parliament

What is the purpose of acceptance in contract law?

To establish agreements between parties

Which form of acceptance occurs when there is no explicit statement of agreement but actions imply acceptance?

Implied acceptance

When is a contract considered legally binding according to the text?

When acceptance is communicated to the offeror

In what situation does acceptance by conduct typically occur in contract law?

When actions imply agreement without explicit communication

What distinguishes express acceptance from implied acceptance in contract law?

Express acceptance involves direct verbal agreement, while implied acceptance relies on actions.

What role does communication play in the concept of acceptance in contract law?

It is crucial to signify mutual agreement and make the contract binding.

What is a key condition that must be met for acceptance to be valid under contract law?

Acceptance must be communicated to the offeror clearly and unequivocally.

When is a contract formed after acceptance?

Upon fulfillment of specific conditions if it's a conditional acceptance.

Under what circumstances can an offeror revoke their offer?

Before the offeree accepts the offer.

Why is it important for acceptance to be timely?

To prevent the offeror from revoking the offer.

What happens if an acceptance is found to be ambiguous?

The acceptance is considered invalid and the contract is not formed.

When may an offeror not revoke their offer after acceptance has been communicated?

If the offeror has acted in a way that led the offeree to believe the offer will not be revoked.

Learn about the case of JH Mensah v Attorney General, where the plaintiff challenged the re-appointment of ministers and deputy ministers by President Rawlings without parliamentary approval. Understand the constitutional implications of the situation.

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