President Akufo-Addo has jumped to the defence of Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame in the wake of growing calls for his resignation or removal from office over allegations of professional misconduct in the Ambulance purchase trial involving Minority Leader, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson.
According to him, Godfred Dame has done a yeoman’s job since he was appointed Attorney General and Minister of Justice.
This comes despite the ongoing controversy surrounding the ambulance case in which a High Court Judge advised Mr Dame to recuse himself from the trial.
Speaking at the commissioning of ‘The Law House’ project in Accra on Monday, June 10, President Akufo-Addo praised Dame as one of the finest products of his law firm.
“He [Attorney General] has done a yeoman’s job, and I say a hearty ayekoo [Congratulations] to him; after all, not to be overlooked, he is one of the many worthy products of Messrs. Akufo-Addo, Prempeh, and Co. Ladies and gentlemen, the importance of this building goes beyond its physical structure. It symbolises our strong dedication to upholding the tenets of the rule of law.”
The president emphasized that the rule of law is the foundation of any thriving democracy, ensuring that no one is above the law. He stated that this principle guarantees equality before the law, a fair and impartial administration of justice, and the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms.
“It is the foundation upon which we build an equitable, free, and just society. Throughout my tenure as president, my administration has made considerable strides in strengthening the rule of law in Ghana. We have embarked on a journey of digitalisation and modernization of our legal and judicial systems, recognising that in this digital age, the efficient administration of justice must keep pace with technological advancement,” he noted.
