Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has officially submitted her response to the petitions seeking her removal from office, meeting the April 7, 2025 deadline set by President John Dramani Mahama. Apexnewsgh reports
The Chief Justice delivered her written reply to both the President and the Council of State within the 10-day window granted for her response.
With her response submitted, the Council of State will review the petitions to determine whether there are sufficient grounds to initiate further proceedings. The specific details of the allegations made against the Chief Justice and the contents of her response remain undisclosed.
This development marks a significant step in the unfolding process, which could become a landmark constitutional matter. Attention now turns to the Council of State’s next move, as they carefully consider the Chief Justice’s response and the petitions seeking her removal.
Background
President John Mahama had instructed Chief Justice Torkornoo to submit a preliminary response within 10 days regarding the petitions seeking her removal from office. The instruction was outlined in a letter signed by Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, on March 30, 2025.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
