Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has pledged to dismantle corrupt practices within the judiciary despite expected resistance.
She urged citizens to reject corruption, emphasizing its undesirability.
In a Newsfile interview, Torkornoo described corruption as a national issue rooted in social practices and rent-seeking behaviors.
She cited "judicial predators" and recalled instances where false claims of judicial bribery were made.
Acknowledging that corruption exists, she stressed that many accusations lack factual basis.
Torkornoo is committed to eliminating situations prone to abuse, stating she will ignore complaints while pursuing reforms to strengthen integrity within the judiciary.
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