21 hours Ago By Ghana News
According to reports, Ghanaian media personality, Captain Smart, has offered new insights into why Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo formally requested to review petitions submitted to President John Mahama seeking her removal from office. During an interview on TV XYZ, Captain Smart stated that the Chief Justice’s move was far from a procedural gesture. According to him, she had prior knowledge of a petition that was filed against her during former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration.
That document, he claimed, originated from a political appointee under Akufo-Addo, who allegedly sought her dismissal. With this background, Captain Smart suggested that Chief Justice Torkornoo’s recent letter to President Mahama stemmed from a desire to clarify whether the new petitions were distinct or simply a reintroduction of the earlier complaints. Her intent, he said, was to ensure transparency and fairness in the process being undertaken.
This revelation provides further context to the Chief Justice’s decision, which has drawn public attention and sparked debates about the legitimacy and motivation behind the calls for her removal. It also raises questions about potential political undertones influencing the matter. As the legal process unfolds, all eyes remain on President Mahama and the Council of State, who are expected to determine the next steps.
Meanwhile, the Chief Justice has already issued her official response to the petitions, in accordance with constitutional procedures. Captain Smart’s comments have amplified public interest in the case, adding a new layer of scrutiny to what many see as a politically sensitive issue. Watch video here from 1:12.
