President John Dramani Mahama has removed Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkonoo from office with immediate effect.

The decision, announced on September 1, 2025, was taken in line with Article 146(9) of the 1992 Constitution, following the recommendations of a committee established under Article 146(6) to investigate a petition filed by Ghanaian citizen Daniel Ofori.

After reviewing the petition and evidence, the committee concluded that grounds of stated misbehaviour under Article 146(1) had been established and subsequently recommended her removal.

In accordance with constitutional provisions, the President acted on the committee’s findings and effected her dismissal.

The announcement was made by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Member of Parliament and Minister for Government Communications, who serves as spokesperson to the President.