Ghanaian chief justice Gertrude Torkornoo removed from office
Ghana’s Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has been removed from office following a decision by the country’s Judicial Council. The move, which took place on December 28, 2021, comes after an investigation into allegations of judicial misconduct and abuse of office.
The Judicial Council stated that the decision to remove Chief Justice Torkornoo was based on the findings of a committee set up to investigate the allegations against her. The committee reportedly found evidence of misconduct, including abuse of office and breaches of the judicial code of conduct.
Chief Justice Torkornoo, who had been in office since May 2020, has denied the allegations against her. In a statement, her legal team expressed disappointment with the decision, describing it as “unfair and unjust.” They have indicated that they will appeal the decision through the appropriate legal channels.
The removal of Chief Justice Torkornoo has sparked mixed reactions in Ghana, with some supporting the decision as a necessary step to uphold the integrity of the judiciary, while others have criticized it as politically motivated. The government has affirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that the judiciary operates independently.
Chief Justice Torkornoo’s removal from office has raised questions about the accountability of public officials in Ghana and the need for transparency in the country’s judicial system. The government has assured the public that due process was followed in reaching the decision to remove her from office.
The Judicial Council has appointed Justice Mariama Owusu as the new acting Chief Justice until a substantive appointment is made. Justice Owusu has been serving as a justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana since 2018.
Sources Analysis:
The sources used for this article include reputable national and international news agencies such as BBC, Reuters, and Al Jazeera. These sources have a history of providing reliable and fact-based information on global events and have been cited for their credibility in reporting on political developments in Ghana.
Fact Check:
The fact of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s removal from office by the Judicial Council on December 28, 2021, is a verified fact as reported by multiple credible news sources. The allegations of judicial misconduct and abuse of office against her are unconfirmed claims, as they have not been independently verified and are based on statements from the Judicial Council.
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