Former Minister for Works and Housing and Ranking Member of Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has cautioned that the ongoing impeachment processes against Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo could have lasting implications for Ghana's democratic institutions.
Speaking on JoyNews' AM Show on Thursday, 29 May, Mr Oppong Nkrumah emphasised the need for careful consideration in such matters. "The consequences of our actions lie ahead of us," he said, highlighting the potential long-term effects of the proceedings.
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Also, the chairman of the Constitutional and Legal Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Frank Davies, has raised serious concerns about the future of judicial independence in the country.