President Mahama Swears In Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Ghana’s 16th Chief Justice
By: Multicdb News Desk
Ghana has a new Chief Justice. President John Dramani Mahama has officially sworn in Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as the 16th Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana in a ceremony held at Jubilee House.
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s ascension follows months of acting leadership at the helm of the judiciary after the suspension of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo in April 2025. His nomination was made in accordance with Article 144(1) of the Constitution and subsequently approved by Parliament on November 13, 2025, with a decisive majority of 163 votes to 69.
In his remarks, President Mahama praised the new Chief Justice’s long service, integrity, and deep experience in Ghana’s judicial system. He emphasized the pivotal role of the judiciary in strengthening democracy, upholding justice, and protecting rights.
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, prior to this appointment, served as a Justice of the Supreme Court and has been widely regarded as a fair, principled, and scholarly voice on the bench. His leadership now comes at a time when public confidence in institutions is being tested, and judicial independence remains central to national stability.
In his acceptance speech, the newly sworn-in Chief Justice pledged his commitment to the rule of law, timely justice delivery, and continued reforms to make the courts more accessible to all Ghanaians.
With this appointment, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie becomes the 16th head of Ghana’s judiciary a mantle that carries both the weight of legacy and the responsibility to shape the future of justice in the country.
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