President John Dramani Mahama has called on the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) to help wipe out the perceived corruption of the judiciary.
The president said the perception of corruption in the judiciary, which is included in multiple investigations, is concerned and could undermine confidence in the government’s skill.
“Some investigations have been unpopular about the public for their opinions on the judiciary, and it is our duty to work together to ensure a respected judiciary,” the president said.
He made the call when the GBA leader called out to him for the Accra presidency on Wednesday.
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In President Mahama’s view, the need for judicial integrity, accountability and transparency was important to ensure that justice was managed fairly.
He said corruption is a trouble for the development of the country, and the government would “break the whip” on those caught up in the law.
To this end, the President sought the possibility of fostering cooperation between the Attorney General’s Division and the GBA, and establishing a specialized fast track court to address cases of misappropriation of public funds.
He said he was concerned about the delays associated with such cases due to legal proceedings investigations by those accused of misappropriating public funds. A situation that weakens deterrence.
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“The misappropriation of 12 billion people and 15 billion people have been misappropriated, and how to deal with these cases is extremely difficult due to constitutional procedures.
“We need to have a fast truck court that can handle this, and we must prevent people from misusing such government funds,” President Mahama said.
The President later made clear that he had directed the Attorney General and the Minister of Justice to explore the most efficient legal framework of such courts, urging the GBA to play an active role in shaping the initiative.
The president’s view is, “If we can stop the leak of GH 12 billion a year, we should be able to complete all courts in our region and the entire district.”
He pleaded with the association to feel free and criticize the government where necessary, emphasizing that accountability is essential to national development.
“As we say in local terms, “If a person is drawing a path, he may not know it is bent.” Only onlookers can point this to him. So we appreciate the feedback you should give.
He dismissed the allegations of a rift between his administration and the judiciary, saying, “We are not those who have such hostility towards judiciary and legal fraternity. Our doors are open.”
