Court weighs restricting Hajia4Reall's access to children in divorce case

A Family Court in Accra is examining if socialite Mona Faiz Montrage, known as Hajia4Reall, should have limited contact with the children of businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye. The court heard arguments on Tuesday, June 2, regarding an application filed as part of the couple's divorce proceedings.

The application, filed by the petitioner, seeks to restrict the children's interaction with Hajia4Reall. It also aims to reduce the time the respondent, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, spends with the children. The petitioner has presented video evidence and information about Hajia4Reall's past as reasons for this request. Concerns were raised that the children's environment and interactions may be negatively influencing them. Court documents highlighted a video involving one of the children, which brought up welfare and supervision issues.

This case touches on important family law matters in Ghana. Divorce proceedings often involve complex decisions about child custody and access. The court's decision could set precedents for similar cases involving third-party influence. The economic standing of the individuals involved also suggests a significant financial context to the dispute. Such high-profile cases can sometimes draw public attention to the legal system's handling of family matters.

Counsel for the Respondent has opposed the application. He argues that restricting Hajia4Reall's contact would be unfair because she is not a party to the case. He believes granting such orders without her input would violate the principles of natural justice. The respondent's legal team also questions the court's authority to issue these orders after a judgment has been made. However, counsel for the Petitioner, Godfred Yeboah Dame, argues that Ghana's legal framework, specifically Order 65 Rule 23(3) and (4) of C.I. 47 and the Matrimonial Causes Act, allows for post-judgment orders when necessary. He has also indicated willingness to serve Hajia4Reall with the application if the court deems it appropriate.

The court has decided to review the submitted video evidence first. Proceedings have been adjourned to June 26, 2026. This date will allow the court to view the evidence and hear further arguments. The outcome could influence future decisions on parental rights and third-party involvement in divorce cases within Ghana's legal system.