Former Tamale Central MP, Inusah Fuseini, has expressed optimism that the Council of State will provide sound advice to President John Mahama on the petitions seeking the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Esaaba Torkonoo.
Speaking on Dwaso Nsem on Adom FM, the lawyer noted that his confidence stems from the composition of the current Council of State.
“There is a former Speaker of Parliament, and I know trained lawyers on the current Council of State. So to determine the prima facie case, they will use the constitutional provisions. So I believe they will do a good job,” he stated.
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, President Mahama referred three petitions seeking the removal of Justice Torkonoo to the Council of State, a move that has sparked widespread debate.
The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, stated that the process aligns with Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution.
While acknowledging the constitutionality of the petition process, Inusah Fuseini emphasized the need to strictly adhere to all legal procedures.
He further stressed the importance of judicial independence, warning that any undue influence could undermine trust in the legal system.
“We want stability, an independent judiciary—we don’t want to compromise the principles of separation of power. We are a country that solidifies the independence of the judiciary, so they will take all of this into consideration,” he added.
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