The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unanimously dismissed an application filed by former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo challenging her removal from office as Ghana’s Chief Justice and a Justice of the Supreme Court.
The ruling, delivered on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, deals a major blow to Justice Torkonoo’s efforts to overturn her removal through the regional judicial body.
Although the full details of the judgment are yet to be made public, the court’s unanimous decision effectively ends her attempt to challenge the legality of the process that led to her dismissal.
Justice Torkonoo had petitioned the ECOWAS Court, alleging violations of her rights during the proceedings that culminated in her removal from office.
The case attracted significant public attention in Ghana amid ongoing discussions about judicial independence, constitutional governance, and adherence to due process.
With the dismissal of the application, the ECOWAS Court has effectively upheld the actions taken against the former Chief Justice.
The court is expected to release its full judgment in the coming days, which will provide further details on the legal basis and findings behind its decision.
