Professor Stephen Adei, a former Rector of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), has expressed strong reservations about the potential removal of the Chief Justice by President-elect John Dramani Mahama.
According to Professor Adei, such an action would set a dangerous precedent with long-term implications for Ghana’s judiciary and democratic stability.
Speaking during an interview with TV3 on Sunday, 23 December 2024, Professor Adei stressed that the independence of the judiciary must be safeguarded against political interference.
He argued that the judiciary serves as a critical pillar of democracy and tampering with its leadership for political reasons could erode public trust in the institution.
"It would be disastrous if Mr Mahama removes the Chief Justice," Professor Adei remarked. "Such a move would consolidate a very bad practice that will not augur well for the future of this country. We must resist the temptation to politicise every aspect of governance, especially our judiciary."
He further emphasised the need for political leaders to prioritise institutional integrity over partisan considerations.
Professor Adei called on all stakeholders to ensure that judicial appointments and removals are guided by constitutional provisions and the principles of justice, warning that any deviation could have far-reaching consequences for Ghana's democratic development.
Latest Stories
-
REMAPSEN celebrates 5 years of championing health and environmental awareness across Africa
60 minutes -
I served with diligence and honesty; I am willing to defend my NSS tenure in court – Mustapha Ussif
1 hour -
Afenyo-Markin challenges Ahiafor’s sub judice ruling, calls it ‘dangerous precedent’
3 hours -
Mahama instructs Armed Forces to escort all vehicles in Bawku area
3 hours -
African artists, global awards, and the fight for visibility
4 hours -
This Saturday on Newsfile: GRNMA strike, ORAL probe into NSA, shut down of 64 radio stations
4 hours -
19 arrested in raid on drug and robbery dens at Kasoa Dominase, Onion Market
4 hours -
Luv FM High Schools Debate heats up as top schools advance to Round of 16
5 hours -
Asantehene urges chiefs to offer lands as equity for farming
5 hours -
GhanaFest Alberta 2025 launch ignites diaspora business momentum
5 hours -
22-year-old hearing-impaired man allegedly dies by suicide after rape accusation
6 hours -
CAETE 2025: MDF seals 10k jobs deal with China’s Yixintai Group
6 hours -
Climate Change: AGN Chair emphasises importance of Africa’s unity in global negotiations
6 hours -
TV stations risk prosecution over pirated content – Copyright Office warns
6 hours -
Anointed Engineering donates ‘Borla Macho III’ tricycle to support sanitation drive in Accra
6 hours