The Deputy Attorney-General (A-G) and Minister for Justice, Alfred Tuah-Yeboah says the nomination of a dual citizen as a Supreme Court judge does not violate the laws of Ghana.
According to him, the Supreme Court has ruled against sections of the Citizenship Act, allowing dual citizens to hold key positions.
Speaking to the media, the Deputy AG said “It’s very clear that under our laws, you can be a dual citizen, but still be a judge of the Supreme Court.
In April this year, a judgment was delivered to that effect.
His comment comes after the Minority Leader, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson expressed strong disapproval of the nomination of Professor Richard Frimpong Oppong, a dual citizen for the position of Supreme Court judge.
When asked what guarantees that the Supreme Court nominee will deliver justice if approved, Mr. Tuah-Yeboah expressed confidence in Prof. Oppong’s abilities.
He said that although Prof. Oppong has not practiced as a lawyer, he is highly knowledgeable and capable of performing the duties of a judge diligently.
