🇬🇭 Ghana Supreme Court – Disputed Deed of Gift Case: Adjei & Others v. Osei & Others (2021)

A father executed a Deed of Gift transferring land to his children. After his death, extended family members contested the gift, claiming it was invalid and that the land belonged to the wider family under customary law.

The Supreme Court upheld the Deed of Gift, stating that once a gift is properly executed and delivered, it becomes irrevocable—even if family customs suggest otherwise. The court emphasized the importance of written documentation and intent.

A valid Deed of Gift overrides customary claims—clarity and documentation protect legacy.