PPP backs suspension of Chief Justice, cites constitutional compliance
The party stated that the suspension followed the advice of the Council of State and was based on a prima facie case established against the Chief Justice — a process that they say ensures both legality and fairness.
The Progressive Peoples Party (PPP) has publicly declared its support for the recent suspension of the Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, describing the President’s action as constitutional, lawful, and consistent with due process.
President John Dramani Mahama, on April 22, 2025, suspended the Chief Justice, following the establishment of a prima facie case in response to three separate petitions calling for her removal from office.
In a statement released Monday April 28, by the party chairman Nana Ofori Owusu, the PPP emphasized that the President acted in accordance with Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution. According to the party, the suspension followed the advice of the Council of State and was based on a prima facie case established against the Chief Justice — a process that they say ensures both legality and fairness.
“We wish to reiterate our firm belief that the suspension, as executed by the President, was lawful and in full compliance with the due process of law as enshrined in our 1992 Constitution,” the statement read.
The party further asserted that the Chief Justice was given an opportunity to respond to the allegations brought against her, reinforcing the view that her rights have not been violated during the process.
However, the PPP expressed concern over the position taken by the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), which has called for the “suspension of the CJ’s suspension.” The party characterized this stance as “perplexing” and potentially undermining the constitutional processes that govern accountability and justice in the country.
“It is our view that such calls could be interpreted as an attempt to suspend due process itself, potentially setting aside portions of our Constitution,” the party warned.
The PPP used the occasion to reiterate its belief in the rule of law, separation of powers, and the principle that public officeholders, no matter how highly placed, must be held accountable. The statement referenced the 2018 removal of the Electoral Commission Chairperson, noting that similar constitutional procedures were followed and later upheld by the Supreme Court.
The PPP in its statement urged calm, encouraging all stakeholders to allow the constitutional process to unfold without interference or politicization.
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