Revealed – Mahama gov’t to introduce new rules on removal of Superior Court Justices

Mahama Ayariga, the majority leader in parliament, announced new rules for removing Superior Court Justices. This includes the Chief Justice.

Ayariga stated that the government aims to strengthen judicial independence. They want to ensure judges are held accountable fairly and transparently. The legal reforms will detail procedures for removing judges from the Supreme Court and other superior courts.

On May 27, during a parliamentary session, Ayariga said the Attorney General will introduce several new laws. These include regulations on corporate insolvency and restructuring, court rules, and judicial service terms. He emphasized that President John Dramani Mahama is focused on fast-tracking legislative reforms.

The president seeks clarity and transparency regarding how justices can be removed. This announcement comes amid issues surrounding suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo, who faces a prima facie case.

Chief Justice Torkornoo recently filed a supplementary affidavit with the Supreme Court. She questioned how she could defend herself without knowing the charges against her. Torkornoo claims her fundamental rights are being violated during impeachment proceedings.

She expressed concern about not being informed of specific allegations or legal bases for her case. In her affidavit dated May 26, 2025, she described various troubling developments in her situation.

Torkornoo mentioned restrictions on access to her family and legal team during hearings. She also noted searches conducted on her body and limited access to communication devices. She believes these actions are intended to cause mental distress and violate her rights.

Torkornoo stated, “What I am going through is not even meted out to persons accused of treason.”