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President John Dramani Mahama has nominated His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for appointment as the next Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana. The nomination, made in line with Article 144(1) of the 1992 Constitution, has been formally submitted to the Council of State for consideration. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, a seasoned jurist, has risen through the ranks of Ghana’s judiciary, serving at the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and currently at the Supreme Court. His judicial career has been marked by diligence, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law. With a reputation for intellect and impartiality, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie is widely respected within the Bench, the Bar, and the wider legal community. He has also contributed significantly to the development of ...

President John Dramani Mahama has suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo following the establishment of a prima facie case against her. The decision comes after three separate petitions were filed and reviewed in accordance with Article 146(6) of the 1992 Constitution and in consultation with the Council of State. A five-member committee has been constituted by the President to investigate the allegations. The committee comprises: Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, Justice of the Supreme Court – Chairman Justice Samuel Kwame Adibu-Asiedu, Justice of the Supreme Court – Member Daniel Yaw Domelevo, Former Auditor-General – Member Major Flora Bazwaanura Dalugo of the Ghana Armed Forces – Member Professor James Sefah Dzisah, Associate Professor at the Uni...

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President Mahama Nominates Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice

President Mahama Suspends Chief Justice, Sets Up Committee to Probe Petitions