Chief Justice nominee Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has defended his qualification and impartiality during his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, November 10, 2025, rejecting claims that his nomination was politically motivated.
Addressing suggestions that his nomination was a reward for allegedly favouring President John Dramani Mahama during the 2013 election petition, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie firmly denied any political alignment.
“The President must have his reason. I don’t know that. I believe I qualify for the position of Chief Justice. I think I deserve that position. I have what it takes to lead the judiciary,” he stated.
He stressed his independence and nonpartisan record on the bench, saying he “cuts across all political lineage.”
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s vetting took place amid significant controversy following the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, which has been challenged in court. The Minority in Parliament had earlier objected to the process, citing ongoing legal proceedings, and subsequently boycotted the vetting, rejecting his nomination.
Despite the political tensions surrounding his appointment, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie maintained that his nomination was grounded in merit, competence, and experience, rather than political considerations.
