Former Senior Presidential Aide and Ghana’s former Ambassador to the Netherlands, Dr. Tony Aidoo, has criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) over its reaction to the suspension of the Chief Justice, describing the party’s conduct as contradictory and politically deceptive.
Speaking on Simpieso, a political talk show on Ahotor FM 92.3 hosted by Emmanuel Martey, popularly known as Alaska De Don, Dr. Aidoo accused the NPP of attempting to exploit public sympathy to advance what he called a “cheap political agenda.” He asserted that the party’s narrative on the matter was “illogical and misleading.”
According to Dr. Aidoo, President John Mahama acted within the confines of the Constitution when he initiated the suspension process following a petition submitted by citizens. “The President has not violated any law. His actions are a fulfillment of constitutional obligations, not an affront to the law as the NPP would have the public believe,” he stressed.
He emphasized that the matter is currently before a constitutionally mandated five-member committee, and any further attempts by the NPP to politicize the process are unwarranted and destabilizing. “All the propaganda and public posturing by the NPP should stop. The President has done his part and left the rest to the appropriate constitutional body,” he added.
Dr. Aidoo accused the NPP of trying to avoid accountability by hiding behind the Chief Justice. “They are running from the shadows of their own corruption, nepotism, and failed governance. Their last refuge appears to be the judiciary, and particularly the Chief Justice, where they seek solace to escape accountability,” he said.
He also criticized the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), claiming it has lost credibility since 1996, when Samuel Okudzeto served as president. Dr. Aidoo alleged that Okudzeto used the GBA as a political tool to serve the interests of the NPP rather than uphold justice and constitutionalism.
Touching on recent developments, Dr. Aidoo described it as irresponsible for the Chief Justice to have allegedly released parts of the petition documents to the public. “The level of respect and sanctity President Mahama has attached to the process is commendable. It is disappointing that the Chief Justice would attempt to sway public opinion by leaking information,” he remarked.
Dr. Aidoo concluded by urging all stakeholders to respect the constitutional process and refrain from actions that undermine the rule of law.
Story by: Alexander Kukah
