Amadu Tanko

Justice Amadu Tanko is a prominent figure in the Ghanaian legal system, serving as a justice of the Supreme Court and the Director of the Judicial Training Institute. He has been actively involved in advocating for legal accountability in the extractive industry, emphasizing the judiciary's role in safeguarding the rights of communities, the state, and private investors amidst increasing challenges posed by illegal mining activities, known as galamsey. Recently, he led a training program aimed at enhancing judges' understanding of relevant laws governing land and mineral resources, underscoring the importance of environmental governance and sustainability in judicial decisions.