Public Tribunals Bill: Critics and Supporters Trade Blows in Heated Debate | Matters Arising

The proposed Public Tribunals Bill has sparked renewed debate over whether Ghana should reintroduce a tribunal system to complement the judiciary. Supporters argue tribunals could ease pressure on the courts, speed up criminal justice, and reduce case backlogs without necessarily targeting political opponents. Critics, however, warn that Ghana's historical experience with tribunals fuels fears of abuse, insisting the country should prioritize strengthening existing courts and undertake broader public consultations before pursuing such reforms. #mattersarising