Former Speaker of , Professor , has expressed strong reservations about the secrecy surrounding the process of suspending the Chief Justice, arguing that it contradicts the principles of accountability and undermines public trust in the judiciary.
He questioned the rationale behind the constitutional provision that mandates private hearings in cases involving the Chief Justice, calling for a more purposeful interpretation that prioritises the public interest. "I am concerned about certain issues that I consider vital, particularly the in-camera trial provision.
You ask yourself, what is the rationale for that provision in our constitution?
What is its purpose?
