Former Member of Parliament for Kpando, Della Sowah
Former Member of Parliament for Kpando, Della Sowah, has criticized the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) for what she describes as hypocrisy.
This follows a press release by the GBA demanding a reversal of the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
In a statement dated April 26, the GBA contended that the President’s decision to suspend the Chief Justice under Article 146(10) of the Constitution is flawed.
Responding to the GBA in a media interaction, Della Sowah said the GBA’s position stems from hypocrisy, as the association only finds its voice on national issues when the NDC is in power.
“Where was the GBA when Charlotte Osei, an astute lawyer, was removed as Chair of the Electoral Commission under the erstwhile NPP government?” she questioned.
She added that a few days ago, the GBA, in a press release signed by their President, Mrs Efua Ghartey, did not find anything constitutionally wrong with the president’s action on the removal of the Chief Justice.
“Why the sharp U-turn? Is the GBA serving the interest of a political party rather than Ghana? Who is forcing them?” she asked.
Della Sowah further stated that the GBA is not the Constitution and cannot arrogate to themselves powers they do not have.
“Who are you to declare the decision of the president unconstitutional? Are you now arrogating to yourselves the powers of the Supreme Court?” she questioned.
She urged the GBA to refrain from its apparent dislike for the NDC, warning that they risk losing their relevance on national matters.
Della Sowah also advised the GBA to desist from misleading their members and young lawyers on issues of constitutional interpretation due to their biases.
She assured the public that President Mahama will follow the Constitution and ensure everything is done in line with the laws of Ghana.