By Edward Acquah
Accra, April 28, GNA – The Ghana Union Movement (GUM) has denied claims of its involvement in a planned demonstration by political parties opposing the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo.
The Party clarified that it had not participated in any meeting regarding the protest and that its consent had not been sought.
A statement signed by Mr. Anthony Gold Ahinful, General Secretary of GUM, urged members not to join the demonstration.
The Party emphasized its belief in the rule of law, stating that the removal of the Chief Justice should be addressed through legal channels.
“I am by this release stating categorically that such information in the media space about G.U.M as part of such group is untrue and all must treat it as something of no legitimate value,” the Party said.
Four political parties recently announced plans for a nationwide demonstration on Monday, May 5, 2025, to protest the suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo.
The parties stated that the protest aimed to defend the country’s Constitutional order and the independence of the judiciary.
The participating parties include the New Patriotic Party, Liberal Party of Ghana, National Democratic Party, and People’s National Party.
A statement from the parties on Friday revealed that the decision was made during an emergency meeting held on Thursday, April 24.
President John Dramani Mahama suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo on Tuesday, April 22, following the establishment of a prima facie case related to three separate petitions calling for her removal.
The suspension was carried out under Article 146(6) of the 1992 Constitution, with consultations involving the Council of State and the formation of a five-member committee to investigate the allegations.
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