President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as the new Chief Justice of Ghana. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has served the judiciary for decades, rising through the ranks of the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and most recently, the Supreme Court. He has also been acting as Chief Justice since April 22, 2025. The Presidency described him as a man of integrity, diligence, and impartiality, noting that he has contributed greatly to the growth of Ghana’s legal system. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie is respected within the Bench, the Bar, and the wider legal community for his commitment to justice and deep knowledge of the law.