A provocative warning aimed at one of Ghana's renowned female Supreme Court judges has sparked a social media firestorm thanks to Ghanaian-American media personality Kelvin Taylor. Taylor asserted during his show that one of the five female justices—Judge Barbara F. Ackah-Yensu, Justice Prof. Henrietta Joy Abena Nyarko Mensah-Bonsu, Justice Lovelace Johnson, Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, or Justice Mariama Owusu—has had a covert affair with a married man who is fifteen years her junior. Taylor maintains that he will make information about the alleged affair public unless this anonymous judge steps forward by November 11 to "answer eight questions" and step down.
Taylor asserted in his broadcast that he had text messages, images, and videos that supported his allegations. He described his enquiries, focussing on the purported exchanges between the judge and the married man, who was only known by his name, Emmanuel, a businessman connected to Ghana's milk sector. Taylor claims that Emmanuel, whose birthday is March 31, was supposedly involved in a divorce and that the judge had given him legal aid. Taylor also asked why the judge, who he says is married and a devoted Christian, often spent the night at McCarthy Hill and left the man's home early.
Taylor also suggested that the judge meet at a place close to Swiss School and questioned the judge's ties with a certain member of parliament. He challenged Emmanuel to publicly explain the nature of their relationship, implying that the judge's relationship with her goes beyond a casual friendship.
The vocal media personality made it clear that his goal is to hold public leaders accountable, especially those who serve as representatives of Ghana's highest courts. He emphasized that the nation's leaders ought to uphold the standards they demand of others, particularly when it comes to personal integrity. Taylor's demand has sparked discussions about ethics and openness in Ghana's judiciary as well as increased public attention.
As the November 11 deadline approaches, Ghanaian citizens and social media users are divided. While some demand proof of Taylor's allegations, others view the claims with skepticism, questioning whether the intent is rooted in justice or personal vendetta.
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