4 h. ago Ghana’s Chief Justice removal unleashes political power struggle, judicial turmoil

The dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo by Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has shattered the fragile peace at the heart of the nation's democratic order. The event is more than a legal dispute; it's a dramatic sign of a deepening crisis that has now exploded into public view, exposing a constitutional fault line. This is not just a story of a public official's removal but a high-stakes struggle for power, forcing Ghanaians to confront a fundamental question: who truly holds the ultimate authority—the law or the executive?

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38 h. ago Veteran Journalist Links Chief Justice Removal to Ghana’s Dark Past

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/veteran-journalist-links-chief-justice-removal-to-ghanas-dark-past/Former government minister Elizabeth Ohene has drawn controversial parallels between Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s removal and the 1982 abduction and murder of three judges and a military officer, describing similar emotional reactions to both events. President John Dramani Mahama removed Chief Justice Torkornoo from office on September 1, 2025, following receipt of an Article 146 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/veteran-journalist-links-chief-justice-removal-to-ghanas-dark-past/

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45 h. ago Opposition Politician Condemns Chief Justice Removal as Premeditated

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/opposition-politician-condemns-chief-justice-removal-as-premeditated/New Patriotic Party stalwart Dennis Miracles Aboagye has sharply criticized President John Dramani Mahama over the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, calling the entire process politically motivated. President Mahama signed a warrant for Torkornoo’s removal on Monday, September 1, 2025, following an Article 146 Committee investigation that found evidence of stated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/opposition-politician-condemns-chief-justice-removal-as-premeditated/

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52 h. ago Electoral Commission Leaders May Face Removal Following Chief Justice Ouster

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/electoral-commission-leaders-may-face-removal-following-chief-justice-ouster/Ghana’s Electoral Commission leadership could be targeted for removal from office following President John Dramani Mahama’s dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkonoo, according to a former United Nations governance adviser. Prof. Baffour Agyeman-Duah alleged Wednesday that a petition seeking the removal of Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa and her two deputies has […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/electoral-commission-leaders-may-face-removal-following-chief-justice-ouster/

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69 h. ago Former Chief Justice Calls Colleague’s Removal Process Unfair

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-chief-justice-calls-colleagues-removal-process-unfair/Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has condemned the removal of her successor as unfair and dangerous to judicial independence, following Ghana’s controversial dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. President John Dramani Mahama sacked Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo on Monday, September 1, 2025, hours after he received the report of the 5-member committee he set up […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-chief-justice-calls-colleagues-removal-process-unfair/

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69 h. ago Former Chief Justice Urges Faith After Colleague’s Controversial Removal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-chief-justice-urges-faith-after-colleagues-controversial-removal/Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has offered spiritual encouragement to her dismissed successor, calling Ghana’s judicial removal process unfair and dangerous for democracy. Justice Akuffo criticized the proceedings that led to Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s removal as Chief Justice on Monday, stating her colleague “did not get a fair trial” and describing the process as being […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-chief-justice-urges-faith-after-colleagues-controversial-removal/

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3 d. ago The Removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice: Lessons Beyond the Law

In the unfolding of Ghana’s democratic journey, the recent removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Torkornoo has stirred intense debate. While some have focused on the political optics, others have returned to the text of the Constitution, noting that due process was observed “copiously”, as many fair-minded lawyers have admitted. Yet the discourse must not end at the legal mechanics of removal. Rather, it must extend to the deeper lessons embedded in this moment for all who hold public office, and for all citizens who aspire to a democracy grounded in both justice and dignity.

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3 d. ago Legal expert demands constitutional changes after Chief Justice departure

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/legal-expert-demands-constitutional-changes-after-chief-justice-departure/Prominent lawyer Martin Kpebu has intensified pressure on Ghana to overhaul its constitution, citing the recent exit of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo as evidence that judicial independence remains under threat. Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Point of View programme Monday, Kpebu targeted Article 144 of the 1992 Constitution, which grants presidents […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/legal-expert-demands-constitutional-changes-after-chief-justice-departure/

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3 d. ago Chief Justice removal sparks debate over Ghana’s judicial independence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chief-justice-removal-sparks-debate-over-ghanas-judicial-independence/President John Mahama’s decision to remove Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo from office has triggered intense discussion about constitutional procedure, political interference, and potential impacts on investor confidence in Ghana’s legal system. The removal follows a committee of inquiry’s recommendation under Article 146(9) of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution, which found evidence of “stated misbehaviour” […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chief-justice-removal-sparks-debate-over-ghanas-judicial-independence/

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3 d. ago President Mahama’s sacking of CJ Torkornoo is a grave threat to our democracy

The Member of Parliament for Bantama and former Roads and Highways Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo as a “grave threat” to Ghana’s democracy.

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3 d. ago CJ Torkornoo’s dismissal a grave threat to our democracy — Asenso

The Member of Parliament for Bantama and former Roads and Highways Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo as a “grave threat” to Ghana’s democracy.

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3 d. ago President’s power to appoint Chief Justice must be scrapped – Kpebu

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has renewed calls for urgent constitutional reforms to strengthen judicial independence in Ghana, following the recent removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo.

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3 d. ago Ghanaians foresaw removal of Chief Justice Torkornoo – Tampuli

The Gushegu MP, Hassan Tampuli, has said the dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo came as little surprise, arguing that many Ghanaians had long anticipated such an outcome.

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4 d. ago CJ’s Ouster UnderminesGhana’s Democracy—Bekwai MP Lawyer Ralph

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice as a dangerous assault on the country’s democratic foundations. In a statement, the MP said the presidency’s action represents not just an institutional overreach, but also a direct threat to the independence of the judiciary — a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/

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4 d. ago CJ’s Ouster Undermines Ghana’s Democracy—Bekwai MP Lawyer Ralph

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Ralph Poku-Adusei, has described President John Dramani Mahama’s removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice as a dangerous assault on the country’s democratic foundations. In a statement, the MP said the presidency’s action represents not just an institutional overreach, but also a direct threat to the independence of the judiciary — a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cjs-ouster-underminesghanas-democracy-bekwai-mp-lawyer-ralph/

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4 d. ago Chief Justice Dismissed After Committee Upholds Misconduct Allegations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chief-justice-dismissed-after-committee-upholds-misconduct-allegations/President John Mahama has dismissed Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo from office following constitutional inquiry findings that upheld misconduct allegations, marking the first removal of Ghana’s top judicial officer in twenty years. The removal became effective Monday after the Article 146 Committee of Inquiry submitted its report concluding the first of three petitions […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chief-justice-dismissed-after-committee-upholds-misconduct-allegations/

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4 d. ago Presidential Panel Submits Chief Justice Torkornoo Investigation Report

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/presidential-panel-submits-chief-justice-torkornoo-investigation-report/President John Dramani Mahama has received the findings of a five-member constitutional inquiry committee investigating allegations against suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. The formal submission concludes months of proceedings that began when petitions alleging judicial misbehavior reached the President’s office earlier this year. The constitutional process required Mahama to seek guidance from the Council of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/presidential-panel-submits-chief-justice-torkornoo-investigation-report/

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4 d. ago Chief Justice Torkornoo’s removal: A slippery slope for Ghana’s Constitution

The removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo marks a defining moment in Ghana’s constitutional history.

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1 week ago Former Chief Justices Rally Behind Suspended Torkornoo in Constitutional Hearings

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-chief-justices-rally-behind-suspended-torkornoo-in-constitutional-hearings/Two former Chief Justices and several legal luminaries have testified in support of suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo before the Article 146 committee investigating her conduct, sources familiar with the proceedings confirm. Justice Sophia Akuffo and Justice Kwasi Anin Yeboah, both retired Chief Justices, appeared voluntarily before the five-member committee alongside other distinguished legal figures. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-chief-justices-rally-behind-suspended-torkornoo-in-constitutional-hearings/

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2 w. ago When did the Commonwealth Lawyers Association and the Bar Council of England and Wales suddenly develop interest in Ghana’s judiciary?

The joint statement issued by the Bar Council of England and Wales and the Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA) calling for the “immediate and without delay” reinstatement of Ghana’s suspended Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, is not only presumptuous but a blatant affront to the sovereignty of the Republic of Ghana. While international legal bodies are welcome to share opinions or offer support to member countries, it is unacceptable indeed, insulting for them to attempt to dictate terms to a sovereign nation and its elected leadership. Their language is arrogant, their tone is condescending, and their interference is unwarranted.

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