By Francis Kobena Tandoh
Organised Labour on Thursday urged President John Dramani Mahama to hasten slowly in the removal process of the Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo.
Addressing thousands of workers during the May Day celebration at the Black Star Square in the Ghanaian capital of Accra, General Secretary of the Trades Union Congress, Joshua Ansah, argued that the practice could have dire consequences for the country’s democracy if not handled properly.
The General Secretary’s call comes amidst the suspension of the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, after the determination of a prima facie case by the Council of State in response to three separate petitions seeking her removal from office.
“Mr. President, Organised labour is duly concerned about the suspension of the Chief Justice. Mr President, this practice set the country and its democracy on a slippery slope. We advise Mr. President that you hasten slowly and proceed cautiously on this matter. Your decision will be consequential for our democracy,” cautioned Ansah.
He also criticised the Mahama-led administration over what he described as a failure to take decisive action against illegal mining, also known as ‘galamsey.’ Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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