AG’s representation of Chief Justice raises separation of powers concerns – Frank Davies

The substantive case filed by Mr Oppong Nkrumah challenges administrative warrants issued by the Chief Justice directing selected High Court judges to continue hearing criminal cases during the legal vacation, which runs from August 1 to September 30.

Mr Davies argues that the Chief Justice, as the head of an independent arm of government and a substantive defendant in the case, should have separate legal representation.

Lawyer for Ofoase-Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Frank Davies, has renewed his objection to the Attorney General representing Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie in a constitutional case over the conduct of trials during the legal vacation.