Justice Torkornoo Explains Why Domelevo, Dalugo, and Sefah-Dzisah Are Ineligible for CJ Impeachment Committee
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has addressed concerns about the eligibility of three proposed members—Daniel Domelevo, Major Dalugo (Rtd), and Prof. Sefah-Dzisah—for the ongoing Chief Justice impeachment process. She cited provisions in Ghana’s Oaths Act and constitutional framework as the reason for their ineligibility. Background: The Impeachment ContextCalls have grown for a fair and transparent process following petitions against the Chief Justice. In this context, some civil society groups suggested names for a potential committee. However, Justice Torkornoo made it clear that some of the proposed individuals cannot legally serve. Why Domelevo, Dalugo, and Sefah-Dzisah Were Disqualified 1. Daniel DomelevoAccording to Justice Torkornoo, Domelevo’s past public criticisms of the judiciary compromise his impartiality. More importantly, she cited Section 3 of the Oaths Act, which requires members of such a committee to swear a judicial oath—something Domelevo, as a retired Auditor-General, is […]
