Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo
Senyo Hosi, an economic policy analyst, has rejected suggestions that the petitions for the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo are politically motivated.
In a televised discussion on Saturday, April 26, 2025, Hosi argued that the independence of the constitutional process, particularly the role of the 31-member Council of State, should not be undermined by partisan speculation.
“The idea that 31 distinguished members of the Council of State can be so easily swayed by political interests is an insult to their intelligence. This is not about politics; it is about procedure and the rule of law,” he said.
His remarks come amid political tensions over the petitions to remove the Chief Justice, as excerpts of those petitions and her response were circulated online.
Hosi acknowledged that while the Chief Justice may not be universally popular, the legal merits of the petition, not political considerations, should determine the outcome.
“The question of whether this is politically motivated is irrelevant if there is no substantive basis for removal. What matters is whether due process is followed, and so far, the mechanisms in place ensure fairness,” he said.
Hosi cautioned against the public circulation of the petition, warning that premature debates could prejudice the proceedings.
However, he maintained that the involvement of multiple independent bodies, including Parliament and the Judiciary, provides sufficient checks against bias.
“The system is designed to prevent any single entity from hijacking the process,” he noted. “Those suggesting otherwise are either misinformed or deliberately casting doubt on institutions that uphold our democracy.”
Hosi said the established legal framework to address the petitions must be trusted.
“Let the process run its course without unfounded accusations. Ghana’s institutions are stronger than partisan agendas,” he added.
