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The Minority Caucus in Parliament has thrown its full weight behind a planned nationwide protest on May 5, condemning the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo as a grave threat to Ghana’s constitutional democracy.
In a strongly worded statement, the Minority described the executive’s decision as a “direct assault” on judicial independence and democratic governance. “The country is indeed tense, and the actions of the Executive are pushing us toward a dangerous path,” the statement read.
The demonstration is being organized by a coalition of opposition and independent political parties, including the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), the National Democratic Party (NDP), and the People’s National Party (PNP).
Framing the protest as a constitutional obligation rather than a political act, the Minority called on all Ghanaians to stand in defense of democracy. “This is not about partisanship. This is about principle,” the statement emphasized.
The caucus also decried the alleged politically motivated dismissal of public servants under the current administration, warning that such actions erode national stability and professional integrity. They further cited concerns over reports of a possible plot to remove Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa and her deputies, which they warned could trigger a “crisis of legitimacy.”
Reaffirming their commitment to Ghana’s democratic ideals, the Minority urged citizens to participate in the protest to protect the country’s judicial independence and constitutional order.
