Amanda Akuokor Clinton
A Slippery Slope for Ghana’s Constitution: The Removal of Chief Justice Torkornoo
The removal of Chief Justice Torkornoo sets a worrying precedent in Ghana, risking judicial independence, politicizing the judiciary, and challenging…
The Judiciary on Trial: Reflections on the Chief Justice’s Public Stand and the Future of Ghana’s Legal Integrity
Suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo’s public defense sparks debate on judicial integrity, highlighting tensions between personal vindication, institutional trust, and the…
Understanding Interpol Red Notices in Ghana: Legal Pathways, Oversight, and Misconceptions
A Red Notice for Ken Ofori-Atta has raised legal and political questions; due process, not optics, must guide its use…
Why the NDC Majority Shields Mahama from Impeachment, Even Amid Constitutional Concerns
President Mahama could be removed for breaking the Constitution, but it’s very unlikely. Politics, not law, now controls how Ghana’s…
Summary of the May 6 Supreme Court Hearing: Suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo
Ghana’s Supreme Court will hear a case challenging Chief Justice Torkornoo’s suspension, focusing on constitutional gaps in due process and…
Why Ghana’s Constitutional Balance Must Hold When Powers Collide
Amanda writes that Ghana is at a constitutional crossroads with the suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo, testing the balance of…
When Power Loops Back: Legal Fault Lines in the Suspension of Ghana’s Chief Justice
Ghana’s Chief Justice suspension raises constitutional questions, with legal challenges looming. A Supreme Court injunction could prevent further action, risking…
Can Anas’s judgement in the U.S be enforced in Ghana?
Amanda explains that foreign judgments in Ghana can be enforced under LI 1575 for recognized countries, while others require fresh…
Why Ghana recently failed to renegotiate the IMF Deal
Ghana’s stalled IMF renegotiation underscores the complexities of sovereign debt. Engaging international legal experts can enhance restructuring strategies, creditor coordination,…
Who is the Next President of Ghana in Four Years?
Ghana's leadership future post-Mahama raises questions about succession planning within the NDC, with key emerging figures shaping the nation's political…
Summary of Supreme Court’s Ruling on Speaker Declaring 4 Parliamentary Seats Vacant
Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5-2 against Speaker Alban Bagbin's declaration of four parliamentary seats as vacant. The majority emphasized that…
Supreme Court Decision on Parliamentary Seats Raises Questions for Ghana’s Democracy
Ghana's Supreme Court ruling against the Speaker’s authority to declare vacant parliamentary seats has sparked a constitutional power struggle, raising…
MPs’ Repeated Attempts to Sue the Speaker: Unintended Consequences for the 2024 Elections?
Recent lawsuits by Ghanaian MPs against Speaker Alban Bagbin may set a precedent undermining parliamentary autonomy. If this trend continues,…
Historic Rise of Kenny Badenoch: The New Face of the UK Conservative Party
The UK’s Conservative Party marks history by electing Kenny Badenoch, its first Black and female leader. Her journey from Nigeria…
Demolition Drama: Can Local Authorities Destroy Your Property?
In Ghana, unauthorized building demolition is illegal. Property owners have rights and can claim damages if proper legal procedures aren't…