Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo
Gertrude Torkonoo is the Chief Justice of Ghana, having been appointed to the position in 2023. She is known for her commitment to upholding the rule of law and judicial independence. Torkonoo's tenure has been marked by her focus on improving the efficiency of the judiciary and ensuring access to justice for all Ghanaians. Recently, she has been in the news due to legal challenges questioning the process of her removal, which has raised significant discussions about due process and the independence of the judiciary in Ghana.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Ghana | 4 | 4.50 | 0.64% | +10% | 31,072,945 | 219,456 | $67,000 | 473$ |
| Totals | 4 | 31,072,945 | 219,456 | $67,000 | 473$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ghana:
Justice Torkornoo was removed from office on Monday, September 1, 2025, in accordance with Article 146(9) of the 1992 Constitution.
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Ghana:
Justice Torkornoo was a victim of many circumstances.
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Ghana:
Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has been removed from office following the recommendation of a committee that found grounds of stated misbehaviour.
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Ghana:
Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has been removed as Chief Justice and Justice on the Supreme Court bench due to stated misbehaviour.
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Ghana:
Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo made a bold statement to the nation on June 25, 2025, addressing her ongoing removal process and raising serious concerns about Ghana’s judicial system.
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Ghana:
Justice Torkornoo has said resigning is not an option when the state initiates proceedings against you.
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Ghana:
The Chief Justice has served this nation with integrity and is currently facing a suspension that protesters believe is politically motivated.
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Ghana:
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo is challenging the process and the president's action regarding her suspension.
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Ghana:
The protesters are protesting the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo.
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Ghana:
Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo was suspended by President Mahama, which the Minority in Parliament condemned.
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