President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated seven new Justices to join the Bench at the Supreme Court of Ghana, in accordance with Article 144(2) of the 1992 Constitution, which empowers the President to appoint justices to the highest court in the land.
The announcement was made in a letter dated April 29, 2025, signed by the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama.
The nominations are part of the President’s ongoing efforts to ensure the continued independence and efficiency of Ghana’s judiciary.
The nominated justices are expected to undergo a review by the Judicial Council, which will provide advice to the President before they are presented for vetting in Parliament. This process will ensure their suitability to serve on the bench of the country’s highest court.
The Judicial Council will review the nominations and provide advice to the President before they are vetted by Parliament.
Once confirmed, the new justices will take on key responsibilities in interpreting the Constitution and adjudicating cases that have significant legal and national implications.
See the list below
1. Justice Sir Dennis Dominic Adjei
2. Justice Gbiel Simon Suurbaareh
3. Justice Senyo Dzamefe
4. Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah-Boafo
5. Justice Philip Bright Mensah
6. Justice Janapare Bartels-Kodwo
7. Justice Hafisata Amaleboba
Read the full statement below:
JKB/MA
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