Mahama inaugurates Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice

President John Dramani Mahama has formally inaugurated Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Ghana’s new Chief Justice.

The ceremony, which took place at the Jubilee House in Accra on Monday, November 17, 2025, follows the parliamentary approval of his nomination earlier this month.

Justice Baffoe-Bonnie was nominated by President Mahama on September 23, 2025, in recognition of his extensive experience and long service across the High Court, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court.

He has been serving as Acting Chief Justice since April 22, 2025, after the suspension and eventual dismissal of Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

Before his confirmation, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on November 10, where he made a commitment to provide open-door, bipartisan leadership and highlighted his commitment to strengthening judicial independence and improving access to justice.

Parliament confirmed his appointment on November 13 with 163 votes in favour and 69 against, thus clearing the way for today’s official swearing-in ceremony.

Justice Baffoe-Bonnie now assumes full responsibilities as Chief Justice, tasked with leading Ghana’s judiciary and upholding the rule of law.