Chief Justice inaugurates Asante Mampong High Court
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The newly constructed one-story building features two courtrooms and will serve the communities of Juaben, Effiduase Asokore, Nsuta, Ejura Sekyedumase, and Agona.
The Chief Justice, Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, has officially opened a new High Court in Mampong, located in the Ashanti Region.
The newly constructed one-story building features two courtrooms and will serve the communities of Juaben, Effiduase Asokore, Nsuta, Ejura Sekyedumase, and Agona.
This facility includes two judges' chambers, offices for cashiers and bailiffs, a docket room, an ADR room, and restrooms for both staff and court users.
It is also equipped with a 5 KVA solar power system, a 40 KVA generator for backup power, and a borehole to ensure a steady water supply.
Chief Justice Torkornoo emphasized the importance of access to justice, particularly for vulnerable populations.
"Without justice, there can be no order, without order there can be no peace, without peace, there can be no prosperity. And so, for every nation that seeks to go forward, it is critical that access to justice is given to all and sundry, especially, the vulnerable.”
She highlighted that justice is fundamental for maintaining order, peace, and prosperity within a nation.
"The building, which has a long history, is designed to be accessible to those with physical impairments. It incorporates all necessary facilities for the modern administration of justice," Chief Justice Torkornoo stated.
She urged the Judicial Service staff who will operate in the new court to uphold integrity and avoid malpractice.
Chief Justice Torkornoo also acknowledged the efforts of her predecessors, Chief Justices Sophia Akuffo and Anin Yeboah, in making the new High Court building a reality.
She expressed gratitude to the Paramount Chief of Mampong, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, and the District Assembly Common Fund Administrator, Madam Irene Naa Torshie Addo, for their significant support.
Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, President of the Mampong Traditional Council, requested that the Chief Justice assign more staff to the new facility and called for the establishment of additional courts, particularly a Circuit Court, to better serve the region.
