Justice Baffoe-Bonnie: Speaker refers Chief Justice nominee to Appointments Committee for vetting
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has referred the President’s nominee for the position of Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, to the Appointments Committee of Parliament for vetting.
He said the committee was to consider the nominee at a public hearing and subsequently present its report to the House for consideration.
The referral followed the Speaker’s reading of a letter dated October 14, 2025, from the President, which submitted the nominee’s name for approval in accordance with Article 144(1) of the 1992 Constitution.
According to the President’s letter, the nomination of Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, a Justice of the Supreme Court, was made after consultations with the Council of State.
“I have the honour to respectfully submit, for the approval of Parliament, the nomination of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana,” the Speaker read to the House at the commencement of the Third Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament today.
Distinguished service
The letter indicated that Justice Baffoe-Bonnie had distinguished himself through unwavering integrity, sound judicial temperament, and a deep commitment to the rule of law.
“His long and meritorious service on the Supreme Court has been characterised by professionalism, fairness, and a passion for justice. He possesses the necessary leadership, administrative competence, and vision to advance ongoing reforms within Ghana’s e-justice system and to further strengthen public confidence in the Judiciary,” the President’s letter stated.
Attached to the correspondence were Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s curriculum vitae and other supporting documents to facilitate the vetting process.
The President expressed confidence that Parliament would “expedite the approval process in accordance with constitutional requirements.”
Speaker’s guidance
Referring the nomination to the Appointments Committee, Mr Bagbin urged other members of Parliament to support the committee in its work, noting that while he could participate in the process, he would not exercise any voting rights.
“We trust that this will be done in accordance with the laws of this country. At the end of the day, we will give you ample time to assist His Excellency to ensure that confidence in the arms of government is restored and enhanced,” he said.
“He possesses the necessary leadership, administrative competence, and vision to advance ongoing reforms within Ghana’s e-justice system and to further strengthen public confidence in the Judiciary.”
