Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie was vetted on November 10, 2025, by the Appointments Committee following his nomination as Chief Justice.
Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie is a respected Ghanaian judge who has served in the judiciary for over four decades.
He was nominated by President John Dramani Mahama to become the next Chief Justice of Ghana. His vetting took place on Monday, November 10, 2025, in Parliament.
Below some details about him you probably did not know;
Career: Justice Baffoe-Bonnie was called to the Bar in Ghana in 1983. He started his judicial career as a Circuit Court Judge in Kumasi. He later became a High Court Judge in Duayaw Nkwanta. In 2006, he was appointed to the Court of Appeal. In June 2008, President John Agyekum Kufuor appointed him to the Supreme Court. He was part of the panel that heard the 2012 election petition filed by the New Patriotic Party. He has served as acting Chief Justice before his nomination in 2025. During his vetting, he proposed moving Ghana’s general elections from December 7 to November 7 to allow more time for resolving electoral disputes.
Education: He studied law in Ghana and qualified as a lawyer in 1983. Details about his early education and university background are not publicly detailed.
Wife: Justice Baffoe-Bonnie is married. His wife is Georgina Baffoe-Bonnie. She is known to be supportive of his judicial career. There is limited public information about her profession or background.
Children: Justice Baffoe-Bonnie has children. Their names and personal details are not publicly disclosed. He is known to be a family man who values privacy.
Other facts: He is the brother of the late Kwasi Baffoe-Bonnie, founder of Radio Gold. He is known for his calm demeanor and deep knowledge of constitutional law. He has served under multiple presidents and is respected across political lines. He believes in judicial reforms and transparency. He is committed to strengthening Ghana’s democracy through the rule of law.
