The ongoing constitutional process concerning the removal of the Chief Justice has sparked a wave of political commentary, with some members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) expressing outrage. However, this sudden moral indignation raises questions about their silence during similar actions under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s administration.
For instance, during President Akufo-Addo’s tenure, several officials appointed by the outgoing Mahama government were abruptly dismissed. A notable example is the removal of Charlotte Osei, the Electoral Commissioner, and her deputies. This decision, surrounded by controversy, led to accusations of political bias and a lack of transparency in the process.
Similarly, the Ashanti Regional Security Coordinator, George Adjei, was forcefully removed from office in an act of vigilantism carried out by individuals linked to the NPP. This shameful incident failed to attract the same level of criticism from those now vocal about constitutional propriety.
Another case in point is the removal of Auditor-General Daniel Yao Domelevo. Compelled to take his accumulated leave, Domelevo’s sidelining was widely seen as an attempt to hinder investigations into government expenditures. Despite public outcry, the NPP’s defenders of justice remained conspicuously silent.
These examples paint a troubling picture of political hypocrisy. While the NPP now champions constitutional propriety, their track record suggests a willingness to overlook similar breaches when it serves their interests. The selective outrage undermines the credibility of their current stance and raises broader questions about the politicization of constitutional processes in Ghana.
As the debate continues, it is crucial to hold all political actors accountable, ensuring that constitutional principles are upheld consistently, regardless of the party in power. Ghana deserves leadership that prioritizes justice and fairness over partisan politics.
Source: Fuvi Kloku
