President John Dramani Mahama has suspended the Chief Justice, Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, according to a statement from the presidency on Tuesday.
This follows the establishment of a committee to investigate petitions against the top judicial official.
The move, announced in a statement signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, is in compliance with constitutional provisions and follows consultations with the Council of State.
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.
According to the statement, President Mahama determined that sufficient grounds exist to warrant further inquiry. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
Find the statement from the Presidency below:
