The presidency has announced today May 15 as the set date for the five-member committee established by President John Dramani Mahama to investigate three petitions filed against Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo to begin its hearings.

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This was communicated in a statement signed by Presidential Spokesperson and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu .

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According to him, the committee Chaired by Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, was formed in accordance with Article 146(6) of the 1992 Constitution after a prima facie case was determined and also in consultation with the Council of State.

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the committee will sit three times a week and will submit its findings and recommendations to the President upon completing its work.

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The outcome of the hearings is expected to play a crucial role in determining the future of the Chief Justice amid growing public and institutional interest in the case.

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