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October 20, 2026
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Protect judges from arbitrary transfers, stalled careers – Yaw Nsarkoh
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Key Points
- Yaw Nsarkoh argues that Ghana must address professional and career risks faced by judges who displease powerful political interests.
- He emphasized that judges, like other professionals, have families and livelihoods, using the phrase "Even Judges Must Eat."
- Nsarkoh highlighted the possibility of judges facing arbitrary transfers or stalled careers for delivering politically inconvenient judgments.
- He called for institutional reforms and safeguards to enable professionals, including judges, to act independently without fear of retaliation.
- The former executive also warned that persistent poverty and inequality could threaten social stability and lasting peace in Ghana.
Why This Matters
This discussion is critical for Ghana as it addresses the foundational principles of judicial independence and the rule of law, which are essential for good governance and democratic stability. Ensuring judges can make impartial decisions without fear of political reprisal directly impacts public trust, the fairness of the justice system, and the overall investment climate by guaranteeing a predictable legal framework.
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