President John Dramani Mahama has initiated consultations with the Council of State regarding three petitions submitted for the removal of the Chief Justice.
In a statement issued by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Member of Parliament and Spokesperson to the President, the government confirmed that the petitions have been formally forwarded to the Council of State as part of the constitutional process outlined in Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution.
The petitions, submitted by various individuals, seek the removal of the Chief Justice, though details of the allegations or concerns raised have not been disclosed. Per Ghana’s constitutional provisions, the President is required to consult the Council of State before taking further steps in such matters.
This latest development underscores the significance of due process in the judiciary’s governance and the adherence to constitutional mandates in handling high-profile petitions. The public and legal community will closely monitor the Council of State’s deliberations and any subsequent actions from the Presidency.
More details are expected as the consultation process unfolds.
