Parliament has ratified the appointments of seven new judges to the Supreme Court
Parliament has ratified the appointments of seven new judges to the Supreme Court, despite significant opposition from the Minority group.
Emmanuelkumi 
Parliament has ratified the appointments of seven new judges to the Supreme Court, despite significant opposition from the Minority group.
The endorsement, which occurred on June 24, 2025, came after a contentious discussion and a conclusive voice vote in Parliament.
The recently appointed justices are:
- Justice Sir Dennis Dominic Adjei
- Justice Gbiel Simon Suurbaareh
- Justice Senyo Dzamefe
- Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah-Boafo
- Justice Philip Bright Mensah
- Justice Janapare Bartels-Kodwo
- Justice Hafisata Amaleboba
The Minority caucus strongly opposed the appointments, contending that they conflicted with the recent suspension of the Chief Justice and raised constitutional issues. They additionally charged the Supreme Court with inaction amid what they termed a violation of natural justice in recent legal events. Members of the minority expressed that their complete objections were not properly reflected in the final report of the Appointments Committee and reiterated their opposition to all seven nominees.
In spite of these demonstrations, the Majority's support prevailed, facilitating the official ascent of these nominees to the highest court. Their appointments are now pending official swearing-in by President John Dramani Mahama.
The examination process for these candidates, which commenced approximately on June 16, 2025, included inquiries concerning different facets of constitutional law, judicial autonomy, ethical standards, and human rights. One of the candidates, Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah-Boafo, had his vetting session temporarily delayed because of a last-minute petition alleging judicial bias and misconduct, although these allegations were reportedly denied by sources familiar with the judge
