Mahama Nominates Justice Baffoe-Bonnie for CJ Position

President John Dramani Mahama has forwarded the name of the acting Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, to the Council of State for the substantive position.

This action is in accordance with Article 144(1) of the 1992 Constitution, for consideration as Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana.

This was announced by the Government spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, in a Facebook post on Tuesday.

According to the government, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has, throughout his distinguished judicial career, served with diligence and integrity at the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and currently, the Supreme Court.

“He has made invaluable contributions to the development of Ghanaian jurisprudence. He has earned the esteem of the Bench, the Bar, and the wider legal fraternity for his intellect, impartiality, and unwavering commitment to justice.”

He noted that his wealth of experience and long service on the Bench render him eminently qualified for the high office of Chief Justice.

His Lordship has been serving as Acting Chief Justice since 22d April 2025, when the now-dismissed Chief Justice of the country, Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, was suspended for misconduct.

Story by Hajara Fuseini

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