MAHAMA SWEARS IN 37 NEW JUSTICES OF THE HIGH COURT
President charges the judges to be "incorruptible, not only in fact, but also in perception" and to uphold justice as the cornerstone of Ghana's democracy.
President John Mahama has sworn in 37 new Justices of the High Court, urging them to uphold the highest standards of integrity, impartiality, and professionalism in the administration of justice.
The ceremony, held at the Jubilee House on Thursday, October 23, 2025, saw the judges take the Oath of Allegiance, the Judicial Oath, and the Oath of Secrecy before receiving their instruments of appointment from the President.
In his address, President Mahama described the occasion as a reaffirmation of Ghana’s commitment to the rule of law. “This ceremony represents more than an appointment. It is a renewal of our faith in the enduring principle that justice is the fairness pillar of our democracy and that Ghana shall always be governed by law, never by the whims of capricious power,” he stated.
The President emphasized the critical role of the High Court as the “people’s court,” where the law most directly impacts citizens’ daily lives. He urged the new justices to remain beyond reproach in both conduct and public perception.
“Be incorruptible, not only in fact, but also in perception. Let every citizen who appears before you believe that their fate rests solely on the evidence and the law, never on influence or connections,” Mahama cautioned.
He also highlighted the intrinsic link between justice and national development, noting that good governance, investor confidence, and social stability all depend on a credible and efficient judiciary.
“Justice and development are not separate ideals; they are inseparable twins of the same mother. A nation that invests in infrastructure but neglects the rule of law builds its progress on shifting sands,” the President affirmed.
The newly appointed judges are expected to strengthen the judiciary’s capacity and reinforce public trust in Ghana’s justice system as they assume their duties across the country.
Source:NKONKONSA.com
