Retired Supreme Court Judge, Justice William Atuguba, has clarified the meaning of 'stated misbehaviour' regarding the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
He argued that the word 'stated misbehaviour' is clearly stated in the Constitution (1992) and must be understood in its ordinary English meaning.
Speaking in an interview with 3news on September 8, 2025, Justice Atuguba explained that although the term is not expressly defined, it has previously been applied in high-profile cases such as the removal of former CHRAJ Commissioner, Loretta Lamptey, and former Electoral Commission Chairperson, Charlotte Osei. "Misbehaviour is not different from misconduct.
It means unacceptable behaviour, incorrect behaviour, conduct that would not meet the approbation of ordinary, fair-minded people," he said.
