Accra: Former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame has raised alarms over concerning behaviors exhibited by certain judiciary members, suggesting that their actions could undermine public confidence in the justice system.
According to Ghana Web, Dame expressed his concerns regarding the potential complicity of some judicial officials in decisions that may infringe upon individual rights, particularly those associated with the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP). He highlighted recent rulings and actions that question the fairness and neutrality within the courts.
Dame cited specific incidents involving the arrest, detention, and denial of bail to NPP members as evidence that challenges the perceived independence of the judiciary. He argued that these developments might give the impression of political influence over the legal system.
Speaking at the Leadership and Law Series organized by the Law Students Network on April 19, 2026, Dame warned that if these trends continue unchecked, they could harm the judiciary's reputation and diminish trust in its ability to deliver impartial justice. He expressed concern over some judiciary members becoming enablers of violations through unjustified detentions of ruling party opponents.
Additionally, Dame criticized increasing efforts to suppress freedom of expression, particularly concerning public discussions on sensitive issues. He referenced recent arrests related to LGBTQ discourse, where individuals were allegedly targeted for sharing satirical or critical content.
In a related development, NPP communications officer Baba Amando, previously remanded, has been granted bail. Amando faced accusations of sharing derogatory images of the President and other administration members on social media, leading to charges of offensive conduct, false publication, and dissemination of fear-inducing material.