President John Dramani Mahama has issued a stern 10-day ultimatum to Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, compelling her to submit a preliminary response to three petitions seeking her removal from office.
This directive comes on the heels of Chief Justice Torkonoo’s formal request to President Mahama for copies of the petitions filed against her, which have ignited intense debate within legal and political circles.
The petitions in question have cast a shadow of doubt over the Chief Justice’s conduct and suitability to continue in her role, with petitioners alleging impropriety and questioning her integrity.
Although the specifics of the allegations remain shrouded in secrecy, this development portends a high-stakes legal and constitutional battle ahead.
Chief Justice Torkonoo is now under pressure to present her case swiftly, lest she risk further proceedings that could seal her fate in office. The timeline imposed by President Mahama has significant implications for the Chief Justice’s future.
According to legal analysts, the Chief Justice’s response will be pivotal in shaping the next steps, including whether a formal inquiry into the petitions will be initiated.
