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JUSAG delegates conference in Ghana

Overview

The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) convened its 2nd Quadrennial Delegates’ Conference in Tamale, centered on the theme “Championing staff welfare and technology; anchors of quality justice.”

During the conference, the government reaffirmed its commitment to judicial autonomy. Representing President John Dramani Mahama, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah stated that judicial independence is a “constitutional guarantee rather than a favor from the Executive branch.” Debrah also highlighted the importance of digital transformation, noting that technologies such as electronic filing and integrated case management are vital for improving transparency and reducing delays within the justice system.

Regarding organizational leadership, Samuel Afotey Otu was retained as National President with 641 votes. The conference also saw the election of Daniel Kofi Dorgbetor as National Vice-President and the retention of Yakubu Abdulai as General Secretary, alongside the election of regional executives across 16 regions.

Entities

Julius Debrah · Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana · Samuel Afotey Otu · John Dramani Mahama · Judicial Service of Ghana

Timeline

  1. 16 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    JUSAG holds 2nd Quadrennial Delegates’ Conference in Tamale

    The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) held its 2nd Quadrennial Delegates’ Conference in Tamale, electing Samuel Afotey Otu as President and discussing judicial digital reform.

  2. 17 days ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Ghanaian President reaffirms judicial independence at JUSAG conference

    President John Dramani Mahama reaffirmed the constitutional independence of Ghana’s Judiciary at the JUSAG conference, emphasizing respect for judicial autonomy and the importance of staff welfare.

Sources

dailyguidenetwork.com · ghanaguardian.com · myjoyonline.com · otecfmghana.com · radiogeneration.co.ke · starrfm.com.gh · thechronicle.com.gh