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JUSTICE EDWARD BOATENG v. THE JUDICIAL SECRETARY & OTHERS

2018

SUPREME COURT

GHANA

CORAM

  • AKUFFO (MS), CJ (PRESIDING)
  • ATUGUBA, JSC
  • ADINYIRA (MRS), JSC
  • DOTSE, JSC
  • GBADEGBE, JSC
  • AKOTO-BAMFO (MRS), JSC
  • PWAMANG, JSC

Areas of Law

  • Constitutional Law
  • Employment Law

AI Generated Summary

The case involves the interpretation of constitutional provisions relating to the interdiction and pension entitlements of a Justice of the Superior Court. The Supreme Court held that the Chief Justice can interdict a Justice of the Superior Court on the presumed authority of the President. It also ruled that a Justice convicted of a crime involving dishonesty is not entitled to pension and gratuity even if the conviction happens after retirement. The decision harmonizes the provisions of the Constitution and emphasizes the high moral standards required of judges.

JUDGMENT