President John Dramani Mahama has given a firm indication that his administration will collaborate effectively with the Judicial Council and the service to “depoliticize justice delivery.”
While bemoaning the delays and uncertainties that have characterised the system, the President also lamented on the “alarmingly low” by the public in the judiciary’s independence.
Prez. Mahama who was addressing Parliament on Thursday February 26 with his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) since taking over the administration on January 7 said, “efforts must be made to restore confidence in the service.”
“Mr. Speaker, the Justice and Legal sectors play pivotal roles in ensuring accountability and fostering the fair, equitable treatment of our citizens by the State and its agencies.
“Delays and uncertainties have plagued justice delivery in Ghana, leading many Ghanaians to perceive a politicisation of the judicial process,” the President intimated.
“The public’s trust in the judiciary’s independence is alarmingly low.
“We must restore confidence in the judiciary. My government will uphold its independence, work with the judicial council and services to depoliticise justice delivery and collaborate closely with the Chief Justice to combat corruption effectively,” John Mahama assured.
“Mr Speaker, in line with our manifesto commitment to reform and expand legal education, we have developed a Legal Education Reform Bill, ready to be presented to the Cabinet for approval and laying before Parliament.
“Mr Speaker, on January 30, 2025, I inaugurated the Constitution Review Committee to undertake a comprehensive review of our fundamental law and ensure that it reflects the hopes and aspirations of our citizens.
“The committee, composed of distinguished scholars, jurists, and professionals who have made significant contributions to our nation in the public and private sectors, will engage Ghanaians and consult with relevant stakeholders and experts over the next six months.
“The findings will ultimately be presented to the public for approval in a referendum, followed by submission to Parliament for enactment into law,” the President noted.
