Ted News Ghana Blog of Thursday, 27 March 2025
Source: TEDDY VAVA GAWUGA
Former President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to welcoming constructive criticism from the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) and the legal fraternity.
During a meeting with the GBA on Wednesday, March 26, Mahama dismissed claims that his government harbors hostility toward the judiciary, stressing that he remains open to collaboration with legal professionals.
Key Highlights:
Mahama encouraged legal experts to express their views freely and hold his government accountable.
He rejected perceptions of hostility between his administration and the legal fraternity.
He cited individuals such as Marietta Brew Appiah-Oppong as examples of his government’s respect for the judiciary.
“We’re not people who have any such animosity towards the judiciary and the legal fraternity. So our doors are open,” Mahama assured.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to working closely with legal professionals, emphasizing that good governance thrives on accountability and open dialogue.