President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as the next Chief Justice of Ghana.
This follows the removal of Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo from office earlier this month.
In a statement issued by the Presidency on Tuesday, September 23, Mr Mahama said the nomination was made in line with Article 144(1) of the 1992 Constitution.
The name of Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has been forwarded to the Council of State for consideration.
“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,” the statement noted. It added that his “invaluable contributions to the development of Ghanaian jurisprudence” and “unwavering commitment to justice” made him eminently qualified for the position.
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has been serving as Acting Chief Justice since April 22, 2025, following the suspension of Justice Torkornoo. If approved, he will formally take over the role, becoming the head of the judiciary.
