President John Mahama has, in accordance with Article 146(9), removed Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo from office with immediate effect. The decision was communicated through an official statement issued from the Presidency.
The announcement, which formally declared the action, follows constitutional procedures outlined for the removal of a Chief Justice. The directive emphasized that the decision takes effect without delay.
The letter confirming the development was signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, spokesperson for the Presidency.
