Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has warned Judicial Service Staff against manipulating and forging documents in land related cases.
According to her, some court staff have formed a syndicate where they manipulate land documents to favour certain parties in land litigation cases in exchange for bribes.
She indicated that this practice was becoming overwhelming practised in the judicial system, advising persons involved to close shop immediately.
With a perception of the judiciary engaged in high levels of corruption still held by many Ghanaians, the Chief Justice says it is high time this perception is changed.
Speaking to Judicial Service staff in Cape Coast as part of the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Judicial Service Staff Association, she urged them to adopt high standards of public service. She reiterated the need for an end to this practice, saying such practices contribute to delays in justice delivery.
