The Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Gaming Commission of Ghana, Lamtiig A. Apanga, has pushed back against public anxiety over the newly passed Tribunals Bill, insisting the revamped tribunal structure is constitutionally grounded and equipped with safeguards to prevent abuses.
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, July 18, Apanga said he is troubled by the level of fear expressed by some Ghanaians who believe the tribunals could mirror the excesses of past judicial regimes.
“What I have said over and over is that I get worried when some of them are scared because they actually use the word ‘scared’, like they are scared that it may remind them of the actions of the past tribunals,” he noted.
Apanga stressed that the new tribunal system is fundamentally different from the controversial structures of previous eras. He explained that the current framework operates strictly under Ghana’s Constitution, with clear appellate processes designed to protect the rights of individuals who appear before the tribunals.
“I have indicated that this current tribunal is a subject of the Constitution we run. This current tribunal has appellate processes and procedures to ensure that there will be fairness. Unlike what we have seen in the past, this current tribunal is not meant to abuse anyone,” he said.
His remarks follow strong objections from the Minority, who argue the bill could introduce uncertainty into Ghana’s judicial architecture and potentially weaken existing legal processes. The Majority, however, maintains that the legislation strengthens the legal foundation for tribunal operations and addresses concerns raised during parliamentary debates.
The bill’s passage has sparked widespread public debate, with critics questioning its implications for judicial independence, while supporters insist it will streamline justice delivery through a clearer, constitutionally anchored framework.
— CitiNewsRoom
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