Supreme Court Justice calls for judicial evolution in Ghana 

Justice Issifu Omaro Tanko-Amadu's Call for Judicial Evolution

Justice Issifu Omoro Tanko Amadu is a Supreme Court Judge. He believes Ghana’s Judiciary must evolve in knowledge and orientation. This evolution should include collaboration and strategic responses to global crimes.

He highlighted threats like cybercrime, terrorism, corruption, and human trafficking. These issues cross national boundaries, requiring a new approach from the judiciary.

Justice Amadu spoke at the opening of a two-day training session. The event focused on International Judicial Cooperation for judges in Accra. His speech was delivered by Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackah-Boafo.

The training was organized by Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna from Italy. It collaborated with the Ghanaian Ministry of Justice and the Judicial Training Institute (JTI). The goal was to enhance judicial competence in international cooperation.

Justice Amadu emphasized that today’s world is interconnected. He noted that people, ideas, capital, and crime move across borders. Therefore, the judiciary's role has become more crucial than ever.

He described the training as timely and transformative. It places judicial cooperation at the center of judicial advancement.

“This program is a powerful response to emerging realities,” he said. He encouraged participants to reflect on aligning with global legal standards.

This training is not just about learning; it’s also about contributions. Justice Amadu stated it would reinforce judicial responsibilities for fair justice delivery.

He reminded judges that their duty extends beyond national borders. It includes contributing to global justice and accountability efforts.

Judges and magistrates should view this program as an opportunity for growth. “Let it be a turning point,” he urged participants.

Dr. Mira Benucci represented Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna at the event. She mentioned similar trainings were held in Cameroon, Tanzania, Niger, Mali, and Chad before this one in Ghana.

Ghana marks the start of a long-term partnership with Italy this year. Dr. Benucci noted that over 12,000 professionals have been trained globally by her organization.

She stressed judges' critical duty to ensure justice within their countries and beyond. Participants will explore frameworks like Mutual Legal Assistance and extradition during the training.

Dr. Benucci encouraged interaction among participants to share experiences. This collaboration would enhance their understanding of cross-border legal expertise.

Participants are expected to analyze challenges related to the International Criminal Court too. They will develop practical skills in Mutual Legal Assistance and extradition as well as examine key UN conventions on transnational crime.