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CHRAJ to investigate EC following IMANI’s petition

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The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has accepted to investigate the Electoral Commission’s (EC) conduct in the retirement and disposal of some election-related equipment.

This follows a petition from IMANI Ghana after citizens expressed grave concerns over the EC’s handling of the nation’s scarce resources in the discharge of its duties.

In response, CHRAJ has asked IMANI to provide it with information relating to the allegations to assist with investigations.

“Kindly make the said information available to the Commission within ten days upon receipt of this letter to allow for expeditious investigations,” portions of the statement read.

Read full statement below:

 

 

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Akufo Addo refers petition for removal of Special Prosecutor to Chief Justice

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The President, Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo has referred a petition demanding the impeachment of Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, to the Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo for action.

The petition by former Minister of Justice and Ghana’s first Special Prosecutor, Martin Amidu, cites procurement breaches in the purchase of vehicles for the Office of the Special Prosecutor.
He accuses Mr. Agyebeng of misconduct involving judges and the administration of justice. He argues that the recent press conference held by the OSP to complain about judges constitutes abuse of judges and brings the judiciary into disrepute.

 

Martin Amidu’s petition, also claims by arresting individuals such as Cecilia Dapaah and Prof. Frimpong Boateng, the Special Prosecutor abused their rights.

He is alleging violations of citizens’ rights through arrests and detentions, breaches of the right to information, and improper appointments of personnel to the Office of the Special Prosecutor.
My xyzonline.com sources indicate the President forwarded the petition dated April 30, 2024, to the Chief Justice on May 6, 2024.

The Chief Justice is expected, in accordance with Article 146, to decide if there is a prima facie case to establish a committee for Mr. Agyabeng’s impeachment.