Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo has reaffirmed the commitment to advancing the digitization of Ghana’s courts without delay.
Speaking on the occasion of the 67th Legal Year, she emphasized that under the Leadership Innovation and Technology (LIT) pillars, the Judicial Service of Ghana (JSG) will strive to enhance leadership and innovation in its operations.
“The Judicial Service will continue to build on the foundations of virtual courts and other electronic processes, strengthening the e-justice system,” she stated.
Chief Justice Torkornoo also called on all stakeholders in the justice system to uphold democracy by demonstrating discipline, competence, and efficiency in their work within the courts
Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo expressed confidence in fulfilling the expectations of the 1992 Constitution with collective effort and divine guidance.
“With God’s help and your support, I am confident that together, we can meet every expectation of the 1992 Constitution,” she stated during the opening of the 67th Legal Year, themed “Building the Pillars of Justice Delivery through Leadership, Innovation, and Technology.”
Commenting on the Court Shift System, Chief Justice Torkornoo highlighted positive feedback from various regions, noting that the initiative has effectively reduced the backlog of cases in certain courts.
She further explained that the system has improved access to justice by offering flexible court hours, accommodating different schedules, and enhancing overall judicial efficiency.
Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo has highlighted the benefits of digitizing court records, noting that it has streamlined the electronic storage and retrieval of legal documents.
“These initiatives will continue to be strengthened as we move into the 2024-25 legal year,” she affirmed.
Reflecting on the 2023-24 legal year, she noted that the Judiciary operated under the theme “Building the Pillars of Justice,” with a focus on Law, Ethics, Assets, and Due Process (LEAD).
As part of the LEAD project, the Judiciary prioritized the development of a comprehensive paralegal training curriculum for all staff categories within the Judicial Service.
This initiative aimed to strengthen the capacity of both internal staff and external service providers by deepening their understanding of general legal principles and the specific legal frameworks relevant to their daily responsibilities.
