Mahama Nominates Seven Court of Appeal Justices for Supreme Court Appointment

Nominees to Undergo Parliamentary Vetting as Part of Constitutional Process

In a significant move, President John Dramani Mahama has officially nominated seven Justices of the Court of Appeal to be considered for appointment to the Supreme Court of Ghana, in line with Article 144(2) of the 1992 Constitution.

The nominees, selected for their extensive legal experience, are as follows:

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

These nominations come as part of the regular process of judicial appointments, which now await Parliamentary vetting for final approval. The move is seen as a step toward ensuring the continued independence and integrity of Ghana’s highest court.