President John Dramani Mahama has reportedly suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo after setting up a committee to probe into allegations against her.
According to a statement released by the Presidency, this action taken by the president is in compliance with constitutional provisions and follows consultations with the Council of State.
The statement added that president Mahama has determined that there is sufficient grounds to further investigate the allegations against the Chief Justice.
The President cited Article 146(6) of the Constitution, which mandates the establishment of a committee to probe allegations against a superior court judge if a prima facie case is established.
Meanwhile president Mahama has appointed a 5 member committee to be chaired by Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, a Justice of the Supreme Court to probe further into the allegations.
