Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has appointed Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang to perform the duties of the Chief Justice during his absence from November 12 to November 24, 2026.
The appointment was communicated through an official circular dated November 11, 2026, sighted by 3News, informing members of Ghana’s Judiciary about the temporary arrangement.
In the notice, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie disclosed that he would be away from the jurisdiction during the stated period and was expected to resume his official duties on Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
He named Justice Gabriel Pwamang, described as the most senior Justice of the Supreme Court, to act on his behalf until his return.
The circular stated that Justice Pwamang would assume the responsibilities of the Chief Justice throughout the period of his absence.
Justice Gabriel Pwamang to Oversee Ghana’s Judiciary
The notice announcing Justice Pwamang’s appointment was distributed to various officials and institutions within Ghana’s judicial system.
Recipients included Justices of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and High Court, as well as Circuit Court Judges, Magistrates, Directors, Heads of Units and Registrars of the Courts.
Copies of the circular were also forwarded to members of the Judicial Council, the General Legal Council and the Judicial Secretary.
Justice Pwamang’s nomination is consistent with established judicial practice, which allows the most senior available Supreme Court Justice to act as Chief Justice when the substantive officeholder is unavailable.
During the temporary appointment, he is expected to supervise the administration of the Judiciary and undertake the administrative functions associated with the Office of the Chief Justice.
His responsibilities will remain in effect until Justice Baffoe-Bonnie returns to work on November 25, 2026.
Role of Ghana’s Chief Justice
The Chief Justice is the head of Ghana’s Judiciary and plays a central role in the administration, supervision and management of the country’s court system.
The office is responsible for ensuring the effective administration of justice and overseeing the operations of the various courts across the country.
Justice Pwamang’s temporary appointment is therefore intended to ensure continuity in the administration of Ghana’s Judiciary while the substantive Chief Justice is away.
Source: newsthemegh.com