On July 2, 2013, the Supreme Court sentenced the editor of the Daily Search light newspaper, Ken Kuranchie, to 10 days in prison for calling the 9 Justices hypocritical and selective.
The Chief Justice is appointed by the President of Ghana acting in consultation with the Council of State and with the approval of the country's Parliament.
[38] These distinguished judges paid the ultimate price for their unwavering commitment to the rule of law and the fair administration of justice.
[39] This memorial is meant to serve as a source of inspiration for us as a nation as we rededicate ourselves individually and collectively to the beloved goals and principles on whose altar they made the ultimate sacrifice: Lest We Forget.
[38] Former President John Dramani Mahama in September 2022 criticized the Registrar of the Supreme Court for not setting a date to hear an application seeking an interlocutory injunction.
This application aims to halt the Electoral Commission's limited voter registration until a final decision is made on a lawsuit challenging the choice of venues for the exercise.
Following consultations with parliamentary leadership, Bagbin exercised his discretionary powers to suspend the house indefinitely under Standing Order 59(1), citing the ongoing crisis.
[45] On October 18, 2024, the Supreme Court temporarily halted the enforcement of Bagbin’s ruling, allowing the affected MPs to retain their seats for the time being.
[40][46] On November 12, 2024, the Supreme Court ruled against the decision of the speaker to declare four seats vacant, on the verdict that it was unconstitutional.