Former Council of State member Dr Nii Kotei Dzani has clarified that President is not directly involved in the removal of the Chief Justice, emphasizing that constitutional protocols rigorously govern the process.
He made this clarification following recent petitions demanding the dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, which the President forwarded to the Council of State.
Critics, however, have cautioned against dismissing the Chief Justice without good reason, citing the potential long-term effects on Ghana's judiciary and government.
One such critic is Member of Parliament (MP) Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah of Manhyia South.
