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Chief Justice, Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo has ordered the closure of seven courts in the Bawku township and adjoining communities.
The courts that have been affected include the High Court, Bolgatanga, Circuit Court, Bolgatanga, District Court, Bolgatanga, District Court, Zuarungu, District Court, Zebilla, District Court, Garu and District Court, Bongo.
This order comes in the wake of recent disturbances in Bawku township led by the presence of Seidu Abagre, who was controversially enskinned as Bawku Naba in February 2023.
Despite the absence of legal recognition for his title, his presence has worsened tensions between rival factions, leading to multiple clashes and the deaths of 16 people.
In a statement issued by the Judicial Secretary on Tuesday, October 29, it said that “in order to ensure the safety and security of Judges, Staff, Lawyers and Court Users, the Honourable Lady Chief Justice has ordered the closure of the following courts with immediate effect, until further notice.”
It statement further said that the registrars are to keep all assets of the Courts in proper custody and all Staff are to stay safe.
Read the full statement below.
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