Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has been formally sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana. The ceremony took place on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the Jubilee House, where President John Dramani Mahama administered the oaths of office.
His appointment was confirmed by Parliament last week and comes after President Mahama relieved Gertrude Torkonoo of her duties as Chief Justice.
The swearing-in event drew several top state officials, including the Vice President, members of the Council of State, the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, parliamentary leaders, all sitting Supreme Court Justices, and members of the Baffoe-Bonnie family.
President Mahama praised the newly installed Chief Justice for his dedication to the rule of law and his decades of judicial experience. He encouraged Justice Baffoe-Bonnie to safeguard judicial independence and push for faster resolution of cases across the courts.
After taking office, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie outlined his vision for strengthening the Judiciary, committing to institutional reforms aimed at improving efficiency, accountability, and access to justice.
A Career Marked by Excellence
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s elevation crowns a distinguished legal career shaped by scholarship and service. A product of the University of Ghana School of Law, he later earned an LL.M. in Constitutional Theory from Oxford University, a qualification that cemented his reputation as a leading judicial thinker.
Career Milestones:
- Judicial Service: High Court appointment in 1993, elevation to the Court of Appeal in 2005, and Supreme Court appointment in 2012.
- Legal Expertise: Renowned for Constitutional Law and Human Rights jurisprudence.
- Supreme Court Record: Authored 87 majority opinions, including landmark rulings on electoral petitions and land disputes.
His leadership is expected to bring renewed stability and direction to the Judiciary, backed by decades of experience and a deep commitment to justice.
As Ghana moves forward, many citizens will look to the new Chief Justice to deliver the reforms needed to make justice timely, transparent, and accessible for all.