Private legal practitioner Yaw Danquah says Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s request for a public hearing of her removal proceedings stands no chance under the Constitution.
“It won’t be granted,” he asserted, adding that the law mandates such matters be heard in camera to protect the integrity and confidentiality of the judicial process.
His remarks come after the Chief Justice petitioned the Supreme Court to make her hearing public, arguing that transparency was vital for public trust and accountability.
The probe stems from three separate petitions which led to her suspension and the formation of a five-member investigative committee, including two Supreme Court Justices.
While the Chief Justice believes Ghanaians deserve to see how the matter unfolds, Danquah maintains that the legal framework does not support her request.
“The Constitution is clear on this,” he said, reinforcing that the private nature of such proceedings is not optional but a legal requirement.
