A recent poll conducted by Global Info Analytics led by Mr. Musa Dankwah has revealed that a significant majority of Ghanaians support the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, which was enacted in April 2025.
The survey indicates that 53% of voters supports her suspension, reflecting growing public sentiment regarding judicial accountability.
The poll, which sampled 2,558 voters across all 16 regions of Ghana, highlights a stark political divide: while an overwhelming 87% of National Democratic Congress (NDC) supporters endorse the suspension, only 13% of New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters agree.
Floating voters show notable support as well, with 54% backing the Chief Justice’s suspension alongside 58% from affiliates of other parties.
Interestingly, the poll results also reveal regional disparities. Support for the suspension is evident in most areas; however, majority in the North East and Northern regions oppose it.
The survey was conducted with a confidence level of 99% and a margin of error of 2.51%.
In light of these findings, President John Dramani Mahama has submitted three petitions to the Council of State seeking a constitutional review regarding Chief Justice Torkornoo’s position.
This formal referral follows Article 146 of Ghana’s Constitution, which requires presidential consultation before any proceedings against high-ranking judicial official.
As discussions surrounding judicial accountability continue to unfold, public attention remains fixed on how these sentiments may influence future legal and political developments in Ghana.
