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President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Ghana’s new Chief Justice at a ceremony held at the Jubilee House on Monday, November 17, 2025. This follows Parliament’s approval of his nomination earlier this month.
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, nominated on September 23, 2025, was selected for his extensive judicial experience, having served at the High Court, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court. He had been Acting Chief Justice since April 22, after the suspension and later dismissal of Justice Gertrude Torkornoo
Appearing before the Appointments Committee on November 10, he pledged bipartisan leadership, improved access to justice, and a renewed commitment to judicial independence.
Parliament endorsed his appointment on November 13 with 163 votes in favour and 69 against, paving the way for Monday’s swearing-in. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie now formally assumes full responsibility for leading the judiciary and strengthening the rule of law.
