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By Ndiho Media

Ghana’s Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, has been removed from office, marking the first time a sitting Chief Justice of Ghana has been ousted following a formal investigation. This announcement by the President’s office has sparked a spirited debate across Ghana.
Mrs Torkornoo was suspended in April after three petitions of misconduct were brought against her. A presidential committee, which reviewed over 10,000 pages of evidence, considered “stated misbehavior” and suggested that she be removed. The accusations included misusing public funds for personal trips involving family and meddling in judicial appointments. Mrs Torkornoo has denied all allegations, describing the process as politically motivated.
Recently, Ndiho Media spoke with Justice Akpadie, a civic education expert and a sympathizer of the ruling party, who passionately justified the President’s action.

“This is what the law prescribes. It’s constitutional through and through. If she had any decency, she’d have stepped aside quietly.”
Akpadie dismissed claims of political interference:
“This is part of the President’s agenda to rebalance Ghana. You cannot clean house without involving the judiciary. These are constitutional instruments—not political instruments.”
Critics disagree. Former Deputy Attorney General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah warned it sets a “dangerous precedent.” Civil society leaders, such as William Nyarko, argue that the law lacks clarity and needs to be reformed. Torkornoo’s demand for a public trial was also denied. Ghanaians are asking themselves these questions: Is this accountability—or executive overreach?”