The Minority in Parliament has opposed the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo by President John Dramani Mahama, describing the decision as unconstitutional and lacking transparency.
Addressing the media on Tuesday, October 21, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin said the caucus “registers its unequivocal objection” to the President’s action.
He argued that it “violates constitutional principles and sets a dangerous precedent for judicial interference.”
President Mahama, on September 1, 2025, dismissed the Chief Justice following recommendations from a Committee of Inquiry established under Article 146(6) of the 1992 Constitution.
The committee investigated a petition by a private citizen, Mr. Daniel Ofori, which alleged misconduct on the part of the Chief Justice and found the claims to be substantiated.
A statement from the Presidency explained that the President acted in accordance with Article 146(9), which obliges him to follow the committee’s recommendation.
Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, also maintained that the process was constitutional and that both parties were given a fair hearing.
Despite these assurances, the Minority insists that the procedure undermines judicial independence and raises concerns about executive overreach.
Source: AdomOnline
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