Hamza Sayibu Suhuyini is a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communications team
A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communications team and legal practitioner, Hamza Sayibu Suhuyini, has chastised the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), accusing the association of inconsistency and political bias in its public commentary on judicial matters.
Speaking on TV3’s “New Day” on Tuesday, July 1, Suhuyini expressed disappointment with GBA President Efua Ghartey’s recent statement regarding the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
While acknowledging the association’s democratic right to comment on issues affecting Ghana’s governance, he insisted that their approach lacked fairness and principle.
“It must be done in conformity with principles, and for me, that is my disappointment,” he said.
“It appears that the Ghana Bar Association only becomes vocal when the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is in power,” he added.
Suhuyini further argued that the GBA remained silent during similar proceedings under Article 146 involving figures like Charlotte Osei, Justice Derry, and Loretta Lamptey.
He claimed the association had previously stated it was adopting a new direction of non-interference.
“Today they have found their voice. We are talking about law here, not sympathies, not revenge, not reconciliation,” he asserted.
Suhuyini suggested that the GBA’s current posture mirrors political commentary rather than an independent legal assessment.
He even speculated that the association might be influenced by behind-the-scenes conversations with members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
“It appears the GBA indirectly copied from the NPP’s backseat discussions. That’s why they are adopting this current posture,” he stated.
He concluded by urging the GBA to rise above partisan optics and remain committed to consistent legal standards, particularly in cases involving high-profile judicial officials.
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