“I have received preliminary advice and intend to forward same to my lawyers in London to determine whether I will join in any appeal which may include the issue of bias. I look forward to having my say and day in court.” 

This was the reaction from Oropouche East Candidate for the United National Congress, Dr. Roodal Moonilal, following Thursday’s High Court ruling on the Estate Management and Business Development Company (EMBD) matter.

High Court Judge James Aboud ruled for a trial to commence in the corruption matter brought by the EMBD against ex employees, including former Housing Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal, saying the EMBD submitted sufficient evidence.

Dr. Moonilal condemned political opponents who he said used the ruling as an election talking point.

“In their rush to score cheap political points, they may also find themselves in court over the defamatory remarks and character assassination,” he said.

The Oropouche East MP also added that he had no application that was for decision before the court.

“These applications were brought by aggrieved contractors who were advised and represented by British Queens Counsel and will no doubt determine whether they wish to appeal the decision dismissing their applications. I am yet to file my defence in this matter because the court had itself ordered that I was not to do so until it had heard and determined these very applications,” he said.