President Mahama has the power to remove the Chief Justice, but it's not a straightforward process. According to Article 146 of Ghana's Constitution, the President must follow a specific procedure to ensure that the removal is fair and just.

The process begins with a petition for removal, which can be filed by any individual or body with a justifiable cause. Once the President receives the petition, they must appoint a committee to investigate the allegations.

The committee is composed of two justices of the Supreme Court and three other individuals who are not members of the Council of State, Parliament, or lawyers. The committee's role is to thoroughly investigate the allegations made in the petition and determine whether they are valid.

If the committee finds the allegations to be true, they will recommend the removal of the Chief Justice. However, the final decision does not rest with the President alone. Parliament must review the committee's findings and approve the removal for it to take effect.



It's worth noting that the removal process does not require a two-thirds majority in Parliament. This means that the President and Parliament can work together to remove the Chief Justice without needing to meet the usual two-thirds majority threshold.



Ultimately, the process for removing the Chief Justice is designed to ensure that the decision is fair, just, and in the best interests of the country. By following the procedures outlined in the Constitution, President Mahama and Parliament can work together to remove the Chief Justice if necessary.