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Abantu Applauds Justice Gertrude Torkornoo on her appointment

ABANTU for Development has congratulated Mrs. Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo for being appointed as the new Chief Justice (CJ) of Ghana.

This is indeed a well-deserved success and an honour done to her for her numerous achievements including meritorious contributions to the body of law literature.

According to a statement issued and signed by ABANTU for Development, this accomplishment is a result of great personal cost, resilience, sacrifice, and a life-long commitment to justice.

Stressing that, it is also by extension, a victory for many other Ghanaian citizens, especially those who believe that gender inclusion and women’s heightened visibility are critical in the process of national development.

ABANTU also recognizes that there has been some effort to increase the number of women ascending to leadership positions in the Judiciary in the country but disparity and imbalance still persist.

However, we believe that gender-equitable representation in the Judiciary must remain high as it can lead to a qualitative difference in the way law and justice is dispensed in terms of inclusiveness and equity.

The existence of numerous structural and systemic limitations, and the many challenges and barriers that women face in public spaces, limit the processes of change needed for patriarchal systems to become more gender-responsive and socially inclusive.

This is why we are always elated when women ascend to positions of leadership and decision-making.

Mrs. Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, whose installation took place on Monday 12th June 2023 at the Jubilee House, Accra.

Her Ladyship the Chief Justice has therefore become the 15th Chief Justice of Ghana and the 3rd woman to hold that position in the history of Ghana.

By her installation, she is positioned to continue the trailblazing role of her women predecessors as well as that of her fellow men, in this august position in the Judiciary.

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Below is the full statement 

 

ABANTU FOR DEVELOPMENT CONGRATULATES

THE NEW CHIEF JUSTICE OF GHANA:

MRS. JUSTICE GERTRUDE ARABA ESAABA SACKEY TORKORNOO.

ABANTU for Development wishes to offer our sincerest congratulations to Mrs. Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, whose installation took place on Monday 12th June, 2023 at the Jubilee House, Accra. Her Ladyship the Chief Justice has therefore become the 15th Chief Justice of Ghana and the 3rd woman to hold that position in the history of Ghana. By her installation, she is positioned to continue the trailblazing role of her women predecessors as well as that of her fellow men, in this august position in the Judiciary.

This is indeed a well-deserved success and an honour done to her for her numerous achievements including meritorious contributions to the body of law literature. We recognise that this accomplishment is as a result of great personal cost, resilience, sacrifice and a life-long commitment to justice. Nevertheless, it is also by extension, a victory to many other Ghanaian citizens, especially those who believe that gender inclusion and women’s heightened visibility are critical in the process of national development.

ABANTU recognises that there has been some effort to increase the number of women ascending to leadership positions in the Judiciary in the country but disparity and imbalance still persist. However, we believe that gender-equitable representation in the Judiciary must remain high as it can lead to a qualitative difference in the way law and justice is dispensed in terms of inclusiveness and equity. The existence of numerous structural and systemic limitations, the many challenges and barriers that women face in public spaces, limit the processes of change needed for patriarchal systems to become more gender-responsive and socially inclusive. This is why we are always elated when women ascend to positions of leadership and decision-making.

We join hands with Mrs. Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, in celebrating her triumph and send our best wishes to her for the years ahead. We are confident that she will provide a powerful voice in the area of justice and in support of considerations of inclusiveness with implications for a solid national environment of gender-equitable jurisprudence that benefits both women and men on an equal basis.

ABANTU looks to the future with great optimism that the nation will recognise the added value that women bring in securing comprehensive improved political, economic, social, and environmental conditions for all citizens in the entire country.

ABANTU for Development wishes Mrs. Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo much success in her new position.

ABANTU for Development

June 16, 2023

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