Police Officer Detained by Supreme Court for Outburst at Chief Justice

Akolgo Yakubu Ayamga, an Assistant Superintendent of the Ghana Police Service and a practicing lawyer, was detained by the Supreme Court for contempt during court proceedings. The incident occurred on November 14, 2023, when Ayamga, frustrated by the rejection of his application, raised his voice at the Supreme Court bench, including Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. This behaviour was seen as contemptuous, leading to Ayamga’s immediate arrest and detention.

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The Chief Justice ordered Ayamga’s removal from the courtroom, citing him for contempt, and he was then escorted to a detention room to await trial. The report indicates that Ayamga was upset about the rejection of his application and a GH¢10,000 cost levied against him, leading to his emotional outburst, particularly towards the Chief Justice.

Despite Addo Attuah and Dr. Bassit Bamba, senior members of the legal community, pleading for mercy on Ayamga’s behalf, the Chief Justice expressed concern over his conduct. She referred to a previous report from the Takoradi High Court that highlighted similar behaviour. The Chief Justice noted that Ayamga’s actions were unsuitable for a lawyer, stressing the importance of upholding professionalism and ethical standards in the courtroom.