Debate Over Establishing Regional Tribunals Resurfaces in Ghana

Why Ghana needs Regional Tribunals and why history shouldn’t prevent their establishment

The debate over the establishment of Regional Tribunals in Ghana has resurfaced following the passing of the Tribunal Bill, 2026. Some critics argue that because tribunals established under previous military governments were associated with abuse of human rights, Ghana should never establish Regional Tribunals again. While those concerns are understandable, they should not become a reason to disregard an institution expressly recognised by the Constitution.

By Prince Adu-Owusu