Chief Justice Torkonoo requests copies of petitions seeking her removal

Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo has formally written to President John Dramani Mahama, requesting copies of the petitions filed against her seeking her removal from office.

Her request follows the president’s receipt of three petitions, which he has forwarded to the Council of State for advice, in line with constitutional provisions.

In her letter, Chief Justice Torkonoo emphasized the importance of due process and requested access to the petitions to enable her to respond appropriately.

She also asked for at least seven days after receiving the documents to submit her response, which she believes should be considered as part of the consultation process under Article 146(6) before any decision on forming a Committee of Inquiry under Article 146(7).

“Up to date on 27th March, 2025, I have not been shown the three petitions mentioned in the communication of 25th March 2025 or given an opportunity to respond to them, which material is expected to form the premise for the consultations between the Council of State and His Excellency the President under artcle 146(6), as to whether there is a need to set up the Committee of Inquiry described in article 146(6) and article146(7) for trial of any issues raised,” parts of the letter read.