President John Dramani Mahama has received 10 petitions seeking the removal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, Electoral Commission (EC) Chair Jean Mensa, and her two deputies, Eric Bossman Asare and Samuel Tettey. The petitioners allege misconduct, incompetence, and abuse of office, citing concerns about the management of the EC and the effectiveness of the Special Prosecutor’s office.
Allegations Against Officials:
– Kissi Agyebeng: Incompetence and abuse of office, with critics questioning his handling of high-profile cases.
– Jean Mensa and Deputies: Concerns about EC management and accountability.
Removal Process:
The petitions have been forwarded to Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, who will determine whether a prima facie case exists. If established, a committee will investigate and make recommendations to the President, who must act accordingly.
Constitutional Basis:
The removal process is governed by Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution and Section 15 of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959), citing grounds such as misbehavior, incompetence, or incapacity.
