President John Dramani Mahama (L) and Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyemang Badu II
President John Dramani Mahama, in the exercise of his constitutional mandate under the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, is set to submit a list of 21 High Court judges to the Judicial Council for consideration and appointment to the Court of Appeal, according to a report by thelawplatform.online.
Among the nominees is Dormaahene, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyemang Badu II, known in legal circles as Justice Daniel Mensah.
The Paramount Chief of the Dormaa Traditional Area has earned nationwide respect for his ability to balance his traditional leadership role with his duties on the High Court bench.
Justice Mensah currently serves as a High Court judge and is widely admired for his strong advocacy on national issues.
President Mahama’s latest appointment falls under Article 144(3) of the Constitution, which states, “Justices of the Court of Appeal and of the High Court, as well as Chairmen of Regional Tribunals, shall be appointed by the President acting on the advice of the Judicial Council.”
Find below the full list of the nominees:
1.Justin Dorgu
2.George Boadi
3.Ayitey Armah-Tetteh
4.Senyo Amedahe (Koforidua High Court)
5.Olivia Boeng Owusu
6.Douglas Seidu
7.Ali Baba Bature
8.Mariama Samo (Adenta High Court)
9.Abena Adzin Doku
10.Mary Maame Akua Yanzu
11.Jennifer Anne Myers Ahmed
12.John Bosco Nabarese
13.Kwasi Anokye Gyimah
14.Richmond Osei Hwere (Amasaman High Court)
15.Apangano Achibonga (Adenta High Court)
16.Charity Akosua Asem
17.Enyonam Adinyira
18.Shiela Minta
19.Bridget Kafui Antonio
20.Franklina Gesila Adanu
21. Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyemang Badu II
If approved, these nominees will join the appellate bench to strengthen Ghana’s justice delivery system.
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