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0 Ferdinand | PoliticsGhana | May 4 | NDP Grassroots Disown NPP’s ‘Unlawful’ May 5 Protest Against Chief Justice’s Suspension
The grassroots members of the National Democratic Party (NDP) have publicly distanced themselves from the NPP-led demonstration on May 5, 2025, in Accra, rejecting political alignment over the Chief Justice’s suspension.
The grassroots base of the National Democratic Party (NDP) has issued a clear statement distancing itself from the upcoming protest organized by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), scheduled for May 5, 2025, in Accra. The demonstration is aimed at opposing the recent suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, but the NDP insists it has no part in the action.
In a press release on Saturday, representatives of the NDP grassroots emphasized that the protest does not reflect the values or priorities of their party, describing the move as politically motivated and lacking in constructive purpose.
“We, the grassroots members of the NDP, wish to state categorically that we are not in support of, nor do we endorse, the planned May 5 protest led by the New Patriotic Party,” the statement read. “While we believe in the right of all Ghanaians to peaceful protest, we reject any attempt to draw our party into what is clearly a politically staged event.”
The suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo by President John Dramani Mahama has stirred significant national debate, with the NPP alleging executive overreach and judicial intimidation. However, the NDP’s grassroots say the legal and constitutional processes should be allowed to play out without interference from politically aligned demonstrations.
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According to the group, respect for Ghana’s democratic institutions must take precedence over partisan tactics. “This is a matter that deserves sober reflection and due process—not street protests designed to inflame passions or score political points,” the statement continued.
Political observers see the move as a notable development in Ghana’s dynamic political environment, especially as it underscores divisions not just across party lines but within the broader political opposition. While NDP leadership has yet to issue an official national position, the grassroots message sends a clear signal that not all voices on the opposition side are aligned with the NPP’s methods.
Background to the Controversy
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s suspension followed an ongoing inquiry into allegations of judicial misconduct and administrative irregularities. The government has cited constitutional provisions that permit the executive to take interim measures in such cases, while the opposition NPP maintains that the process undermines judicial independence.
With the protest planned for Monday, security services have been alerted, and Accra is expected to see heightened police presence. The NDP grassroots have urged their members and sympathizers to “stay away from the demonstration” and focus instead on “constructive dialogue and respect for the law.”
Public Reactions Mixed
Reactions to the NDP’s disavowal have been mixed. While some civil society groups have praised the party’s grassroots for promoting institutional integrity, others suggest it reveals fractures within the opposition that could weaken collective political leverage.
Meanwhile, the NPP has stated that it will proceed with the protest regardless of dissent, promising a “peaceful yet powerful show of democratic resistance.”
As the date draws near, all eyes remain on Accra—and on the unfolding political implications of Ghana’s ongoing judicial saga.
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