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Ahafo

Supreme Court Dismisses Injunction Against Chief Justice’s Impeachment Process

The Supreme Court has dismissed an injunction application aiming to halt the impeachment proceedings against Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo. This decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal and political discourse surrounding the judiciary's independence. Background On May 6, 2025, the Supreme Court, in a 3-2 majority decision, dismissed the injunction application filed by Vincent Ekow Assafuah, Member of Parliament for Old Tafo. The application sought to stop the suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo by President John Dramani Mahama. The court's panel was presided over by Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, with Justices Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi and Tanko Amadu forming the majority. Justices Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu and Ernest Gaewu dissented . Legal Arguments and Court's Rationale The applicant's counsel, former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame, raised an objection regarding Justice Baffoe-Bonnie's participation, citing potential bias due to his role as […]

Ahmad May 21, 2025

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Greater Accra

Minority urges traditional, religious leaders to stop President Mahama from removing Chief Justice

According to the Minority, the petitions submitted in support of the Chief Justice's removal are without merit and do not satisfy the constitutional criteria required for such action. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the Minority’s Legal Counsel and MP for Suame, John Darko, indicated that credible sources have confirmed the petitions lack substance. He emphasized the need for respected national figures to help preserve the integrity of the judiciary by discouraging any undue political interference. The caucus described the current steps being taken as a “blatant usurpation of judicial authority by the President,” warning that the process threatens the independence of the judiciary and democratic governance We are aware of plans for the invocation of article 146 (10) a to suspend the CJ and to appoint certain persons who are know sympathisers of the current […]

Ahmad April 19, 2025

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General

Chief Justice Seeks Petition Copies in Removal Case

In a formal letter dated March 27, 2025, Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo has asked President John Dramani Mahama for copies of petitions calling for her removal from office. Justice Torkornoo, in her request addressed to both the President and the Council of State, stated that she would need at least seven days to review the petitions upon receiving them. This would allow her to craft an informed response before any investigation into the matter begins.The Chief Justice's letter follows President Mahama's action of forwarding the petitions to the Council of State for consideration. However, Justice Torkornoo pointed out that she had not yet received the petitions, despite them being sent to the Council of State. In accordance with Article 146 of the Constitution, she emphasized her right to respond to such petitions, which is a standard procedure […]

Muhammad Saminu March 28, 2025

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General

President Mahama Consults Council of State on Petitions for Chief Justice’s Removal

President John Dramani Mahama has initiated a consultation process with the Council of State following the receipt of three separate petitions requesting the removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice. The petitions, which have not yet disclosed the reasons for the requests, were forwarded to the Council of State as per Article 146 of Ghana's 1992 Constitution. This article requires the President to seek the Council’s advice before acting on the petitions.The removal of a Chief Justice is a rare and significant process in Ghana’s legal and political landscape, attracting public interest as the situation unfolds.

Edem 4Style March 26, 2025

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Greater Accra

Citizen Calls for Chief Justice’s Removal Over Alleged Misconduct.

A Ghanaian citizen, Prof. Stephen Kwaku Asare, has filed a formal petition requesting President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to remove Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo from office. The petition, dated December 17, 2024, accuses the Chief Justice of misbehavior and incompetence in her administrative role as the judiciary’s head.Prof. Asare claims the Chief Justice violated constitutional procedures by independently recommending five judges for Supreme Court appointments, bypassing the Judicial Council’s advisory role outlined in Article 144(2) of the 1992 Constitution. He also cited examples of alleged arbitrary judge transfers and panel reconstitutions, suggesting these actions undermined judicial impartiality and public trust.Other allegations include issuing unauthorized practice directions, financial mismanagement, and decisions perceived as unreasonable or influenced by external forces. Prof. Asare contends that these actions amount to “stated misbehavior” and meet the constitutional grounds for removal under Article 146(1).The process […]

Edem 4Style December 20, 2024

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UPPER EAST

Chief Justice Closes 7 Courts in Upper East Amid Bawku Conflict.

Due to heightened security risks surrounding the Bawku conflict, Ghana’s Chief Justice has ordered the closure of seven courts across the Upper East Region, effective October 29, 2024. Courts affected include the High and Circuit Courts in Bolgatanga, and District Courts in Bolgatanga, Zuarungu, Zebilla, Garu, and Bongo. The decision, issued by the Judicial Secretary, aims to protect court personnel, lawyers, and the public as tensions continue to escalate.The directive mandates Court Registrars to secure assets and urges staff to prioritize their safety. This temporary shutdown reflects ongoing efforts by the judiciary to maintain security until conditions improve for safe court operations.

Edem 4Style October 30, 2024

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