Mahama: I’ll uphold the Judiciary’s independence
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the independence of Ghana’s judiciary, describing it as a constitutional necessity and a protection for all citizens, including the President.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Jubilee House in Accra, President Mahama stressed the importance of maintaining a delicate balance of power among the executive, legislature, and judiciary.
He noted that while each branch of government must operate independently, they must also collaborate for the common good.
“The strength of our democracy depends on the delicate yet essential balance of powers among the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary. Today as President, I pledge my unwavering commitment to the independence of the judiciary,” he said.
President Mahama emphasised that judicial independence is not a failure of the courts but a constitutional safeguard. He called for the protection of the courts’ financial, institutional, and administrative autonomy, adding that court decisions, whether popular or unpopular, must be respected and enforced as the bedrock of the rule of law.
The President expressed confidence in the leadership of Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, saying the judiciary will continue to uphold its constitutional mandate without fear or favour.
