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Fact-checking organisation DUBAWA has filed a Right to Information (RTI) request to Ghana’s Presidency, seeking documents related to Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Sackey Torkornoo’s removal.
In a letter dated Sept. 8, 2025, DUBAWA cited Article 21(1)(d) of the Constitution and the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), requesting copies of the report of the five-member committee that investigated allegations against the Chief Justice, along with the full record of proceedings.
The request also covers Daniel Ofori’s petition, Justice Torkornoo’s written response, all exhibits presented before the committee, and the report on the President’s prima facie determination made in consultation with the Council of State.
President John Dramani Mahama dismissed Justice Torkornoo on Sept. 1, 2025, after the committee recommended her removal.
She was accused of breaching the Judiciary’s travel policy and bypassing constitutional processes in recommending judges to the Supreme Court.
Under the RTI law, the Presidency has 14 days to grant access to the documents or issue a reasoned refusal.
If refused, DUBAWA can appeal internally, approach the Right to Information Commission, or seek judicial review at the High Court.
The outcome of this request is expected to shape the ongoing national conversation about accountability, transparency, and the protection of constitutional offices in Ghana’s democratic system.
