Baffoe-Bonnie: I’m qualified to be Ghana’s Chief Justice

Chief Justice nominee, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has affirmed his qualifications and readiness to assume the position of Chief Justice, addressing claims that his nomination was politically motivated.

During his vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Monday, November 10, 2025, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie rejected suggestions that his nomination was a reward for favouring President John Dramani Mahama during the 2013 election petition.

He emphasised his impartiality, noting that he “cuts across all political lineage.”

“The President must have his reason. I don’t know that. I believe I qualify for the position of Chief Justice. I think I deserve that position. I have what it takes to lead the judiciary,” he said.

His vetting comes in the wake of the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo. The Minority in Parliament had earlier resisted the vetting process, citing pending court cases related to her removal. The minority later boycotted the vetting and rejected his nomination.

Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s statements underscore his assertion that his nomination is based on merit and capability rather than political affiliation.