The New Patriotic Party (NPP) will be embarking on a nationwide protest against the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo by President John Mahama.
The NPP will be joined by the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), National Democratic Party (NDP), People’s National Party (PNP), and the Ghana Union Movement (GUM).
This follows what they say is the unlawful suspension of the Chief Justice and the termination of several public service appointments.
According to a statement dated Friday, April 25, 2025, the protest, scheduled for May 5, 2025, aims to mount a strong defense of the country’s constitution and the independence of the judiciary.
“In an unwavering defense of Ghana's constitutional order and judicial independence, political parties and well-meaning Ghanaians will be staging a nationwide demonstration in response to the unlawful suspension of the Chief Justice on Monday, May 5, 2025.
They have called on all citizens, civil society organisations, and religious groups to join what they call a non-partisan, national call to defend judicial independence.
“We will not allow political power to erode the foundations of our republic,” they declared, warning that the National Democratic Congress (NDC), which currently leads government, is deliberately attempting to compromise all independent institutions.
The protest comes after President John Mahama suspended the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, following the establishment of a committee to investigate petitions against her.
The move, announced in a statement from the Presidency, is in compliance with constitutional provisions and follows consultations with the Council of State.
The President cited Article 146(6) of the Constitution, which mandates the establishment of a committee to probe allegations against a superior court judge if a prima facie case is established.
According to the statement, President Mahama determined that sufficient grounds exist to warrant further inquiry.
