Gertrude Torkonoo

Justice Gertrude Torkonoo is a prominent Ghanaian jurist serving as the Chief Justice of Ghana. As the third female Chief Justice since the country gained independence, she has made significant contributions to the judiciary and is noted for her commitment to upholding justice and women's rights. Recently, she has been in the news due to her suspension, which has sparked widespread protests and concerns from civil society groups regarding the implications for the dignity of the judiciary and women's representation in high office.