The Member of Parliament (MP) for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has criticised the Presidency for making public the petition seeking the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo.
According to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) legislator, the decision to publicise such a sensitive matter was inappropriate and could undermine confidence in the judiciary.
Speaking on JoyNews' Newsfile programme on Saturday, March 29, Baffour Awuah argued that the petition should have been handled with discretion to prevent unnecessary political controversy.
"We need to tread cautiously. It shouldn’t be easy for the President or anyone to go after the Chief Justice," he stated.
His comments come after President John Dramani Mahama formally responded to Chief Justice Torkonoo’s request for copies of the petitions filed against her.
The President has granted her 10 days to review and respond to the allegations, marking the next stage in the constitutional process governing her potential removal.
Mr Baffour Awuah further cautioned that the situation, if not carefully managed, could set a troubling precedent for future administrations.
He urged the government to ensure that due process is followed without political interference.
"The integrity of our judiciary is at stake. We must be careful not to create a perception that judges can be targeted based on political considerations," he warned.
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