Presidents shouldn’t be shielded from prosecution after their tenure – Barker-Vormawor

Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has made a strong case against shielding Presidents from prosecution after their tenure.

In an interview on Saturday January 25, Barker-Vormawor emphasised the need for justice and accountability at all levels of government.

“The Constitution cannot preach justice while entrenching impunity. We have also argued that Presidents should not be shielded from prosecution after their tenure,” he stated.

Barker-Vormawor also called for the abolishment of the Council of State, arguing that its existence is unnecessary.

“The abolishment of the Council of State is what we have called for. We believe that if we move forward without it, nobody would even remember it exists,” he added.

His remarks highlight the ongoing debate about the need for constitutional reforms to ensure that no individual, regardless of their position, is above the law.

Barker-Vormawor’s stance reflects a broader call for greater transparency and accountability in governance.