Renowned Ghanaian lawyer Tsatsu Tsikata has expressed strong criticism of the Supreme Court’s recent ruling concerning the issue of vacant parliamentary seats. According to Tsikata, the court made several errors in its decision, which, in his view, could have significant implications for the interpretation of parliamentary representation laws in Ghana.
The case in question involved disputes over certain parliamentary seats that had been declared vacant, with arguments over the constitutional and procedural grounds for such declarations. Tsikata argues that the Supreme Court’s ruling overlooked or misinterpreted important legal principles, potentially setting a precedent that could affect future parliamentary proceedings and the democratic rights of constituents in those affected areas.
Tsikata’s stance has sparked discussion within legal and political circles, as many are concerned about the implications of the ruling for parliamentary accountability and representation. His critique adds to ongoing debates about judicial independence and the role of the judiciary in Ghana’s democratic framework.
The Supreme Court erred in multiple respects in its ruling on the vacant seats saga. – Tsatsu Tsikata (Renowned Legal Practitioner and Academic) #GHOneNews #EIBNetwork #NPP #GHOneTV #ElectionHub #NDC @Serwaa_Amihere pic.twitter.com/f0spwFh18q
— GHOne TV (@ghonetv) November 11, 2024
