President John Mahama has given Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo 10 days to submit a preliminary response to three petitions seeking her removal from office.
The directive was contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama.
This follows a request from Justice Torkonoo on Thursday, March 27, asking the President to provide her with copies of the petitions.
In a six-point response to the CJ, as contained in the letter, the President “demands the submission of her response to facilitate further consultations.”
“Finally, His Excellency wishes to assure you that due process will be followed in handling this matter and that you will be given a full and fair opportunity to be heard.
“Accordingly, you are respectfully requested to submit your preliminary response to the petitions within ten (10) days of receipt of this letter to facilitate further consultation between His Excellency and the Council of State,” the letter directed.
