Swift response to Torkornoo strategic; an indication that gov’t is learning—Prof. Kobby Mensah
Political communications expert Prof. Kobby Mensah has applauded the decision by the government to swiftly respond to the suspended chief justice after she addressed the press on the ongoing process to remove her from office.
According to him, communications have evolved, and the government did the right thing by responding swiftly to the suspended Chief Justice in order to provide a balanced narrative for the people of Ghana.
He noted that the previous government suffered because they failed to be strategic with their communication, and therefore, lessons have been learnt by the current administration which he believes will shape the administration.
Prof Kobby Mensah made this position known in a post shared via social media.
His post read “Swift Government Response Shows Lessons Learned from the Past.
In the evolving landscape of governance and public accountability, the importance of timely and strategic communication cannot be overstated. The government’s immediate response to the recent press statement by the suspended Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, is not only appropriate but necessary. This move ensures that the media space is not monopolised by a single narrative and that the public is given the benefit of hearing a balanced perspective from both sides.
This approach marks a significant departure from a past communication misstep that continues to serve as a cautionary tale, the 2020 resignation of Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu. At the time, the Nana Addo administration failed to offer a timely rebuttal or clarification in response to Amidu’s explosive resignation letter and the infamous “mother serpent of corruption” accusation. That silence created a vacuum, allowing Amidu’s version of events to dominate the national conversation unchallenged. In the absence of a counter-narrative, his account swiftly took root as fact in the minds of many Ghanaians.
The contrast between then and now is striking and commendable. By swiftly engaging the public and setting out its position in the matter involving Justice Torkornoo, the current administration demonstrates that it has learned from past communication lapses. This is not just about managing a media moment; it is about affirming the government’s commitment to transparency, responsiveness, and the democratic imperative of public accountability.
In today’s fast-paced media environment, where perception often precedes truth, failing to respond is not neutrality. It is negligence. The government’s proactive communication strategy in this case is a welcome evolution. It protects institutional credibility, ensures fairness in public discourse, and signals that no single voice, however prominent, should dominate the airwaves without scrutiny or context.
This is how modern governance should work; quick, clear, and communicative. For that, the government deserves praise. Kudos to Felix and team 
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