A recent poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics reveals that a majority of Ghanaians, 52%, support the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, while 20% oppose her removal. The survey, which sampled 2,545 voters across the country between April 7th and 16th, also found that 18% of respondents were neutral, and 11% had no opinion.
The poll shows a regional divide in opinions, with majority of voters in most regions supporting the Chief Justice’s removal, except in Ahafo and Upper East regions. Notably, 58% of voters in Greater Accra support her removal, while 16% oppose it. In the Ashanti region, 37% support her removal, while 32% oppose it, and in the Central region, 51% support her removal, while 16% oppose it.
The poll also indicates that voters with various levels of education support her removal. Among those with Junior High School (JHS) education, 57% support her removal, compared to 17% who oppose it. For those with Senior High School (SHS) education, 50% support her removal, while 21% oppose it. Similarly, 54% of those with tertiary education support her removal, while 18% oppose it.
The poll has a confidence level of 99% and a margin of error of ±1.51%. The results suggest a significant portion of Ghanaians are dissatisfied with the Chief Justice’s performance. The findings may spark further debate and discussion about the role of the judiciary in Ghanaian society.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
