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A coalition of political parties, led by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is holding a protest today, Monday, May 5, to oppose what they describe as a politically driven attack on the judiciary, following the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
The demonstration, set to move through key streets in Accra, includes the participation of several other political parties such as the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), National Democratic Party (NDP), People’s National Party (PNP), and the Ghana Union Movement (GUM).
The NPP has expressed deep concern over what it calls a “calculated and dangerous interference” in the independence of the judiciary, blaming political figures linked to the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Chief Justice’s suspension.
General Secretary of the NPP, Justin Kodua Frimpong, voiced strong criticism, stating, “Those behind this suspension are trying to destroy public confidence in the judiciary.” He further argued that the process breached the 1992 Constitution and cautioned that, “If this is allowed to go unchallenged, it will set a dangerous precedent for the future of judicial independence in Ghana.”
The suspension has sparked debate nationwide. Supporters of the demonstration view it as a necessary defense of democratic values, while others believe the NPP is politicising a constitutional matter and using street protests to undermine due legal process.
The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has also weighed in, labelling the suspension unconstitutional and calling for its immediate reversal.
Meanwhile, not all voices are in agreement. Dr. John Osae-Kwapong of the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) maintains that the events are part of a lawful constitutional process and should be allowed to proceed accordingly.
With tensions high, today’s protest is shaping up to be a significant moment in the growing legal and political standoff. Many are watching closely as Ghana moves closer to the December general elections.
Security forces have assured citizens of their readiness to maintain peace, manage traffic, and respond swiftly to any disruptions during the march.
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