President John Dramani Mahama has forwarded the name of Acting Chief Justice, His Lordship Paul Baffoe-Bonnie to the Council of State to be considered as the next Chief Justice.
In a statement dated Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Minister of Government Communications and Presidential Spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu intimated that the decision is in line with Article 144 (1) of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution.
“Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has, throughout his distinguished judicial career, served with diligence and integrity at the High Court, Court of Appeal, and currently the Supreme Court”, the statement read.
The nomination of Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has become necessary following the removal from office of Her Ladyship Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo after a committee set up President Mahama found her culpable of “stated misbehavior or misconduct”.
It is expected that His Lordship will bring to bear his experience on the Bench to the esteemed office of Chief Justice.
Read full statement below:
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Source: Afote Asomdwoe Laryea/ATLFMNEWS
