The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced the suspension of its ongoing nationwide “Thank You Tour” to fully participate in the upcoming political demonstration dubbed “Save the Judiciary Demo”, slated for May 5, 2025.
The decision comes amid growing political tension following President John Dramani Mahama’s suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, an action that opposition parties describe as an attack on judicial independence.
In an interview with Asaase News, NPP National Organiser Henry Nana Boakye (Nana B) confirmed the party’s decision to put its tour on hold to join forces with four other political parties for what he called a “national assignment.”
“The party intends to suspend the tour so that all of us can be part of this important national exercise. This is bigger than party lines — we are fighting for Ghanaians and the future of our democratic institutions,” Nana Boakye stated.
The demonstration aims to send a clear message to the Mahama administration against what organisers see as interference in the judiciary, which they argue undermines Ghana’s democratic foundations.
A Coalition of Political Forces
The “Save the Judiciary Demo” will see the NPP collaborating with four other political parties in a rare display of cross-party unity. According to Nana Boakye, this united front is crucial to defending the independence of Ghana’s third arm of government.
“It is refreshing to note that the Minority in Parliament has also declared its support for the coalition’s demonstration. The Minority Leader has expressed a strong commitment to the cause, and we believe this united front sends a clear message,” he added.
Rising Political Tensions
President Mahama’s suspension of the Chief Justice has triggered widespread debate and sharp criticism from political actors, legal professionals, and civil society organisations. The May 5 demonstration is shaping up to be one of the most significant political protests in recent years.
By halting its “Thank You Tour,” the NPP is signaling the high stakes of this moment, positioning itself at the forefront of the resistance against what it views as executive overreach.
What’s Next?
As the May 5 date approaches, political watchers are keenly observing whether the demonstration will mark a turning point in Ghana’s ongoing debate over judicial independence and executive power.