President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in 37 new High Court judges, urging them to uphold justice, integrity, and fairness in their work.
The ceremony took place at the Jubilee House in Accra on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
In his address, President Mahama reminded the judges of their critical role in ensuring public confidence in the judicial system.
He called on them to remain impartial, apply the law without fear or favour, and protect the rights and freedoms of all citizens.
“The effective administration of justice is central to Ghana’s democracy and economic stability,” President Mahama said. He emphasised that the judiciary’s independence and professionalism were vital for maintaining peace and promoting national development.
The President also commended Ghana’s judiciary for its strong commitment to gender balance and inclusion. He described it as a model of affirmative action that other arms of government should emulate.
“Even though I am the appointing authority, I want to commend the judiciary when it comes to affirmative action and gender. You are doing far better than the executive,” he stated.
President Mahama noted that recent judicial appointments, including those to the Court of Appeal, reflected significant female representation. “A short while ago, we swore in Appeal Court judges, and a good number almost the majority were women. Again, I see that women are well represented here in this batch of High Court judges,” he said.
He congratulated the new judges and encouraged them to serve with dedication and impartiality, stressing that their actions will shape public trust in the judiciary and strengthen the foundations of Ghana’s democracy.