Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of State in charge of Government Communications
The Office of the President has categorically dismissed claims of a political plot to oust Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, following her recent remarks suggesting such intentions.
At a press briefing on June 25, 2025, government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu stated that no such plot exists.
“Her Ladyship the Chief Justice all but insinuated that there is some political agenda at play to oust her… let me be clear. No such political agenda exists,” he asserted.
Kwakye Ofosu, speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, emphasized that any action regarding the petitions against the Chief Justice is strictly governed by constitutional provisions.
He reminded the public that the President has sworn to uphold the 1992 Constitution and is constitutionally bound to act when petitions are referred to him.
“The President cannot say he has a view of how things should be done… he is enjoined to act as any responsible leader is required to do, as stipulated by the 1992 Constitution,” he added.
This clarification comes amid heightened scrutiny of the petitions, the Council’s referral, and the subsequent committee set up to probe alleged misconduct by the Chief Justice.
