Ghana's CJ Petition Hearing: Debate on Transparency Heats Up

Ghana's CJ Petition Hearing: Calls for Transparency Amidst Constitutional Debate Ghana is currently grappling with the implications of the CJ Petition Hearing. At the heart of the debate is the question of transparency. While the constitution mandates that such hearings be held in camera, calls for public access have grown louder. Martin Kpebu, a prominent private legal practitioner, has weighed in on the matter, expressing his support for public hearings. "I support calls for the committee hearings to be made public, even though the constitution says it should be held in camera," Kpebu stated. He bases his position on a careful examination of Article 146(1) of the constitution, arguing that its application in this particular case is ambiguous. The video provides a succinct overview of the legal arguments and the ongoing public discussion surrounding transparency in the judicial process. The debate highlights the tension between the need for open justice and the constitutional rights of those involved in the proceedings. The outcome of this debate will have significant implications for the future of judicial transparency in Ghana.