John Paintsil prepares fresh legal action against Listowel Mensah over ‘Kɔnkɔnsafoɔ’ remarks amid ongoing defamation suit

Former Ghana defender and current assistant coach John Paintsil is preparing to take legal action against sports commentator Listowel Mensah following alleged defamatory comments made during a discussion on the YouTube platformSports Arena.The controversy stems from remarks made by Mensah while addressing issues surrounding the technical team of the Black Stars.During the discussion, the commentator called for the dissolution of the entire technical team and described assistant coaches John Paintsil and Desmond Ofei as Knknsafo, a Ghanaian term commonly interpreted as backbiters or individuals who engage in gossip.The remarks have triggered strong reactions within sections of the football community, with Paintsil reportedly taking serious exception to the characterization.Sources close to the former international indicate that he believes the statements are damaging to both his reputation and professional integrity.Counsel for Paintsil confirmed that legal steps are being taken, revealing that the suit will target both the commentator and the platform where the remarks were made. Yes, its true. We are preparing the suit, Paintsils lawyer told Sokacenta.com. It is always important to ensure people speak freely but in a decorous manner.This latest legal move comes while Paintsil is already involved in an ongoing defamation case against the Multimedia Group Limited and broadcaster Patrick Osei Agyemang, popularly known as Songo, alongside five others.The former Black Stars defender is seeking GH25,000,000 in compensation over alleged defamatory comments made against him in 2024.The case is still before the courts and has already had consequences within the media landscape.Following the commencement of the suit, Patrick Osei Agyemang was suspended by Multimedia Limited for one year, a move that drew significant public attention.With another potential lawsuit now on the horizon, Paintsils legal actions could further intensify the debate around responsible commentary and the boundaries of criticism within Ghanas sports media space.



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