Politics
JUST IN: High Court Throws Out Chief Justice Torkonoo’s Review Bid, Cites Abuse of Process
Human Rights Court says Torkonoo’s application lacked jurisdiction and constituted an abuse of court process.
- High Court rejects Torkonoo’s judicial review application
- Case dismissed as lacking jurisdiction and abusing court process
- Suspended Chief Justice suffers major legal setback
The Human Rights Division 1 of the High Court has dismissed a judicial review application brought by suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, ruling that the case lacked jurisdiction and constituted an abuse of the court process.
The court’s decision effectively halts Torkonoo’s attempt to challenge proceedings related to her suspension, delivering a significant legal blow to the embattled Chief Justice.
