Ghana's Chief Justice Faces Public Outcry: Is the Judiciary Losing its Independence?

Ghana's Chief Justice Under Scrutiny: Public Trust and Political Influence in Question Accra, Ghana – A recent broadcast on Onua FM has sparked a discussion about the performance of Ghana's Chief Justice, Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo. Dr. Ramzi Inusah, a senior member of the Movement For Change, a prominent political group, leveled harsh criticism against the Chief Justice, claiming she is "one of the worst Chief Justices we ever had." This statement has ignited debate about the public's confidence in the judiciary. Dr. Inusah's comments were not solely based on opinion; he cited statistics indicating a significant decline in public trust in the judicial system. He highlighted a survey showing that 97% of Ghanaians have lost faith in the judiciary's impartiality. He further argued that the judiciary's autonomy has been compromised, with a 50% decrease in its independence. He linked this decline to what he describes as partisan actions, specifically mentioning the handling of certain politically charged cases. While the Chief Justice has not yet publicly responded to these accusations, the Onua FM broadcast has undoubtedly raised serious questions about the state of the Ghanaian judiciary and the need for greater transparency and accountability. The discussion highlights the ongoing challenge of maintaining public trust in the face of political pressures.