The Chief Justice, Getrude Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, has adviced to Ghanaians, not to pay for mediation charges during Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) proceedings in the country.

She shared this guidance at a public forum held after the inauguration of her first court complex as Chief Justice in Baatsonaa, Tema West Municipality, Greater Accra Region.

The forum's theme was "Improving Justice Delivery through Community Engagement" and aimed to educate citizens about how the justice system operates.

Lady Justice Torkornoo clarified that the government pays the Mediators at various ADR outlets, making it unnecessary for disputing parties to pay for their services after mediation.

ADR was established to expedite cases that can be resolved through consensus, avoiding the lengthier court process. Lady Justice Torkornoo emphasized that ADR cases remain confidential and do not go for appeal.

Once a consensus is reached, the parties involved sign an undertaking to fulfill their commitments.

She highlighted ADR as the best and fastest approach to resolve many civil disputes among aggrieved parties without initiating lengthy court proceedings.

Participants had the opportunity to ask questions and offer suggestions directly to the Chief Justice during the forum.