In a recent address to Judicial Service staff in Cape Coast, Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo brought attention to the concerning issue of land litigation manipulation within the courts. She expressed her unease regarding the exploitation of land-related documents by some Judicial Service staff, emphasizing the need to eradicate this detrimental practice.
Chief Justice Torkornoo shed light on the disconcerting pattern of court staff altering land documents to favor specific individuals in exchange for bribes. She unequivocally called for an immediate cessation of such misconduct, urging the staff to uphold integrity and ethical conduct in their roles.
During the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Judicial Service Staff Association, Justice Torkornoo implored the staff to embrace elevated standards of public service and endeavor to combat the perception of corruption within the judiciary.
Furthermore, she expressed deep concern over the escalating involvement of court staff in criminal activities, including the fabrication of counterfeit divorce documents and fraudulent letters of administration utilized to deplete the assets of deceased individuals, consequently depriving rightful beneficiaries of their inheritance. The Chief Justice cautioned those engaging in such illicit actions to cease their activities, emphasizing that these practices significantly impede the dispensation of justice.
The remarks made by Chief Justice Torkornoo underscore the imperative need for integrity and transparency within the judicial system. Her unwavering commitment to upholding the principles of justice serves as a resounding call to action for all Judicial Service staff to uphold the highest ethical standards and work collectively to eradicate corruption within the judiciary.
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