Ghana Chief Justice removed from office for stated misbehaviour

The Chief Justice of Ghana has been removed from office, for stated misbehaviour. Three petitions were made against the Chief Justice, Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkonoo for among others, misbehaviour and incompetence.

A statement from the presidency issued today September 1, 2025 says the President, John Dramani Mahama has, in accordance with Article 146(9) of the 1992 Constitution, removed the Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkonoo, from office with immediate effect.

Following the petitions and in accordance with the Constitution the President suspended the Chief Justice.

In April 2025, the president by a warrant suspended the Chief Justice and set up a committee to inquire into the allegations made against her by the three individuals.

The President, in accordance with Article 146(6) of the Constitution and consultation with the Council of State, determined that a prima facie case was established in respect of the three petitions.

The statement indicated that following receipt of the report of the committee constituted under Article 146(6) to inquire into the petition submitted by a Ghanaian citizen, Mr Daniel Ofori. After considering the petition and the evidence, the Committee found that the grounds of stated misbehaviour under Article 146(1) had been established and recommended her removal from office.

“Under Article 146(9), the President is required to act in accordance with the committee’s recommendation,” it said.

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