Tensions in Ghana’s political space are rising once again as a coalition of opposition and minority parties gear up for a nationwide protest scheduled for Monday, May 5, 2025.
The move comes in response to what they claim is an unconstitutional suspension of the Chief Justice and an orchestrated campaign by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) to undermine democratic institutions.
The coalition, which includes the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), National Democratic Party (NDP), People’s National Party (PNP), Ghana Union Movement (GUM), and other aligned parties, issued a joint statement after an emergency meeting on April 24.
They warned that Ghana’s democracy is under siege, citing politically motivated dismissals of key public officers and judicial intimidation.
Calling the suspension of the Chief Justice an assault on judicial independence, the group urged citizens, religious leaders, civil society organizations, and all defenders of democracy to join them in the demonstration.
According to the parties, the current events echo past attempts to remove former Chief Justice Georgina Theodora Wood, calling it a repeat of tactics that threaten the foundation of Ghana’s republic.
This is not about party politics, the statement read. It is about defending the rule of law and preserving the integrity of our democracy. We cannot afford to remain silent while our institutions are weakened.
Adding fuel to the fire, the coalition alleged that the NDC is plotting to challenge Article 66(2) of the Constitution in the Supreme Court, a move they suspect could be a backdoor attempt to allow President John Mahama to pursue a controversial third presidential term.
As the political temperature climbs, all eyes are on May 5. The protest is expected to draw widespread participation from various sectors, potentially igniting a new wave of political resistance in the country.
Read the full statement below:
