The ECOWAS Court has unanimously dismissed the application filed by former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, challenging her removal from office as Chief Justice and Justice of Ghana’s Supreme Court. This ruling, delivered on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, marks a significant setback for Justice Torkonoo, who sought to contest the process that led to her removal.
Details of the court’s reasoning were not available at the time of publication, but the unanimous decision effectively concludes her attempt to challenge the legality of her removal before the ECOWAS Court. Justice Torkonoo turned to the regional court after she argued that her rights were violated during the removal process.
The case garnered considerable public attention in Ghana, sparking debates about judicial independence, due process, and constitutional governance in light of her removal. The ECOWAS Court’s decision upholds the actions taken against the former Chief Justice and Supreme Court judge.
Further details regarding the judgment, including the court’s findings and the legal basis for dismissing the application, are expected to be released with the full ruling.
