Ghana Bar Association demands reversal of Chief Justice’s suspension, cites constitutional breach
The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has urged the immediate reversal of the suspension of the Chief Justice, describing the move as unconstitutional and lacking the appropriate legal framework.
This call was made during the Association’s 2025 Mid-Year Conference held on April 26 at the Labadi Beach Hotel. The GBA voiced strong concerns over what it termed a violation of constitutional provisions. It argued that the President’s invocation of Article 146(10) of the 1992 Constitution to suspend the Chief Justice was procedurally flawed, as it failed to adhere to Article 296, which mandates the existence of a Constitutional Instrument or Statutory Regulation to guide such actions.
The Association stressed the need for Parliament to enact clear and comprehensive regulations to govern procedures for suspending or removing Superior Court Justices. Such a legal framework, it noted, would ensure transparency, due process, and the protection of judicial independence.
Further, the GBA demanded the immediate publication of the full decision said to have established a prima facie case against the Chief Justice. It emphasized that making the decision public is crucial for maintaining trust in the Judiciary.
In a strong rebuke of partisan commentary, the GBA condemned politically charged or prejudicial statements that it said could undermine the independence of the courts. It pledged to use all lawful avenues to safeguard the integrity of the Judiciary.
These resolutions reflect the Association’s broader commitment to defending constitutional governance and reinforcing the rule of law. The matter is likely to spark intense national debate in the coming days.
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