CJ Nominee Paul Baffoe-Bonnie to be vetted on Nov.11

Parliament’s Appointments Committee sets date

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is scheduled to vet Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for the substantive position of Chief Justice on Monday, November 11, 2025.
According to the Order Paper for the fifth sitting of the Third Meeting of Parliament sighted by African Editors (AE) on Tuesday, October 28, the vetting will begin at 11:00 a.m. at Parliament House, Accra.

Nomination by President Mahama

Justice Baffoe-Bonnie was nominated by President John Dramani Mahama for the nation’s highest judicial office. His nomination now awaits parliamentary approval, in line with the constitutional requirement for such appointments.

Key focus of the vetting

During the session, members of the Appointments Committee are expected to assess Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s qualifications, judicial experience, and overall suitability for the role of Chief Justice. The vetting process is regarded as a vital step in upholding transparency and reinforcing public trust in Ghana’s judicial system.

Speaker underscores importance of the process

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin highlighted the importance of a fair and thorough vetting process.

“We trust that this process will be carried out in accordance with the laws of our country,”
he stated, stressing that the exercise should help strengthen public confidence in the Judiciary.

Background and career profile

Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has been acting as Chief Justice since April 2025, following the suspension and subsequent removal of Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
He is widely respected within Ghana’s legal fraternity, having served at all levels of the judiciary — the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court — over a long and distinguished career.

Next steps

Upon conclusion of the vetting, the Appointments Committee will compile and present its report to the plenary of Parliament for consideration and approval. If confirmed, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie will officially assume the position of Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, marking a new chapter in the leadership of the country’s judiciary.