The Ghana Union Movement (GUM) has distanced itself from a planned demonstration against the suspension and potential removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Torkonoo.
In an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem on Monday, GUM’s founder and leader, Christian Kwabena Andrews, clarified that the party had not been informed, engaged, or consulted about any such meeting or protest.
“We are committed to democracy and the rule of law. Any issues concerning the Chief Justice should be addressed through legal channels. GUM has not endorsed or joined in any plans for this demonstration,” he said.
Osofo Kyiri Abosom as he is affectionately called stated that GUM members should refrain from participating in the protest.
“Until there is a verdict, there is no need to demonstrate. Let the legal process take its course,” he directed.
He further explained that although NPP’s Nana Boakye had been approached to join the protest, it was without official communication.
“The protest is in good faith, but we should let the laws work and wait for the verdict. We shouldn’t rush to protest when investigations are not yet complete. Let’s see what has happened, let it become public, and then we can take a stance,” he noted.
Osofo Kyiri Abosom reiterated that the demonstration was unnecessary at this time.
“Until the verdict comes out, we won’t know if she is truly guilty or not. We won’t join any protest,” he added.
He also pointed out that he himself had not received any official information regarding the removal of the Chief Justice.
“I haven’t even seen any information about it petition. I am not privy to it, so there’s no need for me to follow them to protest,” he said.
GUM, according to Andrews, believes in the rule of law, and any case involving the Chief Justice should be handled through legal means.
“If anyone believes otherwise, they should exclude GUM from that action,” he added.
The demonstration, scheduled for Monday, May 5, 2025, is organized by a group of political parties opposed to the Chief Justice’s removal.
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