Her Ladyship the Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, is scheduled to address the nation today at 3:00 p.m., following her recent suspension from office and the commencement of hearings into petitions for her removal.
The much-anticipated address will be broadcast live across major media platforms from the former Holiday Inn Hotel in Accra, where a special press briefing has been arranged. According to a report by The Platform, the Chief Justice is expected to provide clarity on the circumstances surrounding her suspension and respond to public concerns over the ongoing developments.
Background to Suspension
Justice Torkornoo was suspended on April 22, 2025 by President John Dramani Mahama following the advice of the Judicial Council and pursuant to Article 146(10) of the 1992 Constitution. The suspension came in the wake of multiple petitions submitted to the presidency, alleging misconduct and abuse of office.
In line with constitutional procedures, the President appointed a five-member committee chaired by Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Pwamang to investigate the allegations. The Justice Pwamang Committee began its preliminary hearings on Monday, during which it reviewed affidavits and evidence from the petitioners and respondents.
While details of the petitions remain under wraps due to the sensitive nature of the case, sources close to the process suggest they involve claims of impropriety in administrative decisions and the handling of specific high-profile judicial matters.
National Concern and Legal Implications
The suspension of a sitting Chief Justice is unprecedented in Ghana’s Fourth Republic and has triggered wide-ranging discussions among legal professionals, civil society groups, and political commentators.
