NPP and Other Political Parties to Protest Chief Justice’s Suspension in Accra Today

‎A coalition of political parties led by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) staged a massive protest in Accra on Monday in response to the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, which they claim undermines judicial independence.
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‎The demonstration, which drew hundreds of party members and supporters, began in the early hours of the morning and moved through major streets in the capital. Participating parties included the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), National Democratic Party (NDP), People’s National Party (PNP), and the Ghana Union Movement (GUM).
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‎According to the NPP, the Chief Justice’s suspension is a politically motivated act orchestrated by individuals linked to the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), aimed at weakening the judiciary.
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‎Speaking to the media, NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong described the suspension as unconstitutional, claiming it violates the 1992 Constitution and threatens the independence of Ghana’s judiciary.
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‎“This is not just about one person; it is about the future of our democracy. We must not allow political actors to interfere with our courts,” he said.
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‎The protest has sparked widespread public debate. While supporters say the action is a bold move to defend democratic institutions, critics argue that it politicises a legal matter that should be addressed through the courts.
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‎The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has also condemned the suspension, calling for its immediate reversal. However, some legal analysts, including Dr. John Osae-Kwapong of the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), maintain that the ongoing developments are within constitutional bounds and should be allowed to run their course.
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