Sammi Awuku, Member of Parliament for Akuapim North, has strongly criticised the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, calling it a troubling move aimed at intimidating the Judiciary.
Awuku’s comments come in response to President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to suspend the Chief Justice following the establishment of a prima facie case in relation to three separate petitions seeking her removal from office.
In a Facebook post, the Akuapim North MP expressed concern that the removal of Justice Torkornoo would undermine judicial independence, a cornerstone of any thriving democracy.
“This moment marks a concerning chapter in Ghana’s democratic journey,” he wrote.
Awuku further condemned President Mahama’s decision, describing it as an example of unchecked power that could potentially erode the foundations of justice.
“History reminds us that absolute power can erode the very foundations of justice,” he stressed.
Suspension of Chief Justice unfortunate, potentially unconstitutional – Atta Akyea