By Francis Kobena Tandoh
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice of the Republic, according to a statement on Tuesday.
The statement, signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, observed that the President made the appointment in accordance with Article 144 (1) of the 1992 Constitution.
“President John Dramani Mahama has, in accordance with Article 144 (1) of the 1992 Constitution, forwarded the name of His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie to the Council of State for consideration as Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana,” read the statement.
The statement added: “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. His wealth of experience and long service on the Bench render him eminently qualified for the high office of Chief Justice.”
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has been serving as Acting Chief Justice since April 22, 2025, after the former Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo was removed from office. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
