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Mahama Could Gain More Power by Appointing Near‑Retirement Chief Justices
Vice‑President of IMANI Africa Kofi Bentil warned that choosing Chief Justices close to retirement could let President Mahama steer the judiciary’s succession.
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Appointing Chief Justices Near Retirement Could Grant Mahama Immense Power
Vice‑President Kofi Bentil warned that picking judges close to the end of their terms may let President John Mahama steer successive heads of the judiciary.
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Chief Justice Urges New Lawyers to Verify Facts Before Speaking
Paul Baffoe‑Bonnie cautioned 1,568 newly qualified attorneys at the 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony to guard against misinformation and uphold integrity.
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Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie: From Courtroom to Church Dance Sparks Controversy
The former Supreme Court judge’s public celebrations and political remarks have ignited a debate over the independence of Ghana’s judiciary.
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Chief Justice Comments Spark Debate Over Judicial Independence
Justice Paul Baffoe‑Bonnie’s remarks at MIIF and SSNIT have prompted calls for restraint and raised questions about the judiciary’s role in politics.
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Chief Justice Criticised for SOE Comments: Dr Kennedy Questions Suitability
Dr Arthur Kennedy has called for Chief Justice Paul Baffoe‑Bonnie to apologise after remarks on state‑owned institutions, arguing the judge should know better without formal ethics laws.
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Ghana SOEs Report 19.8bn Profit, Yet Boards Dissolved Amid Governance Debate
The country’s state‑owned enterprises swung from a 2024 loss to a 2025 net profit of GH¢19.8 billion, prompting President Mahama to dissolve the boards of nine major SOEs and sparking questions over dividends, accountability and political appointments.
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Chief Justice Clarifies SOE Remarks: No Threat to Judicial Independence
The Judicial Service says Paul Baffoe‑Bonnie’s comments on state‑owned enterprises were made in good faith and not intended to undermine the judiciary’s autonomy.
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Chief Justice Baffoe‑Bonnie Urges Support for President Mahama’s Agenda
The Chief Justice’s call for nationwide backing of President Mahama’s development plans has sparked debate over the role of the judiciary in political discourse.
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NPP warns Chief Justice’s conduct risks eroding confidence in Judiciary
The NPP has criticised Justice Baffoe‑Bonnie for remarks at the Minerals Income Investment Fund that may signal partisanship amid politically sensitive cases.
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Chief Justice Praises MIIF, NPP Raises Concerns Over Judicial Neutrality
During a visit to the Minerals Income Investment Fund, Chief Justice Baffoe‑Bonnie lauded state institutions, prompting the New Patriotic Party to question his impartiality.
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NPP Demands Chief Justice Resign Over Alleged Political Commentary
The New Patriotic Party has called for the immediate resignation of Ghana’s Chief Justice after a video surfaced in which he allegedly praised the NDC government and its appointees, raising concerns over judicial impartiality.
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