Paul Baffoe-Bonnie wins parliamentary backing for Chief Justice appointment

From early skepticism to unanimous praise—how one nominee’s legal brilliance silenced critics. Parliament’s vote could seal Ghana’s next top judge this week.

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2025 November 14 . 9:08 AM

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Paul Baffoe-Bonnie wins parliamentary backing for Chief Justice appointment

The Appointments Committee of Parliament has endorsed Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as the next Chief Justice, following a successful process. The committee, chaired by Bernard Ahiafor, praised the nominee's judicial prowess and professionalism. The process began with some controversy, with Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin questioning the nomination. However, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga dismissed these concerns, asserting that there was no dispute surrounding the nominee. Baffoe-Bonnie appeared before the committee on Monday, November 10, 2025, demonstrating an exceptional understanding of the law and impressing the committee with his grasp of judicial ethics and ability to address questions with clarity and intellectual rigour. Bernard Ahiafor, the committee's chairman, commended Baffoe-Bonnie's competence and professionalism. The committee has recommended Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for approval by Parliament, bolstering confidence in his nomination as the next Chief Justice. Parliament is expected to vote on his confirmation in the coming days.