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President Akufo-Addo inducts 21 Justices of the High Court
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The President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, inducted into office twenty-one (21) Justices of the High Court.
This is the sixth time, since becoming President of the Republic, on 7th January 2017, that the has had the opportunity to perform this very important function of swearing in Justices of the High Court.
He congratulated each one of them on their well-deserved appointment and wish them the very best.
The twenty-one (21) Justices, twelve (12) men and nine women (9), whom I swore into office, upon the advice of the Judicial Council, given in accordance with the provisions of article 144 clause 3 of the Constitution, are eminently fit and qualified for the position of Justices of the High Court, and have the impartiality of mind and independence of spirit necessary to hold this high office.
The inducted Judges are His Honour Kwame Polley, His Honour William Appiah Twumasi, His Honour Baah Forson Agyapong, Her Honour Marian Affoh, His Honour Nana Brew, Her Honour Abena Amponsah Buansi, Her Honour Ellen Lordina Serwaa Mireku, Her Honour Priscilla Dapaah Mireku, His Honour Alexander Oworae, Her Honour Joyce Boahen, His Honour Edward Twum, Her Honour Gwendolyn Millicent Owusu, Her Honour Rosemary Baah Tosu, His Honour Frederick Kwabena Twumasi, Her Honour Adelaide Abui Keddey, Mr. Harry Acheampong-Opoku, Mr. Kenneth Edem Kudjordjie, Mr. John-Mark Nuku Alifo, Mr. Kwesi Adjenim-Boateng, Mr. George Aikins Ampiah-Bonney and Mrs. Marie-Louise Simmons.
Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana’s Department of Political Science, Dr. Joshua Jebuntie Zaato says the imprisonment of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, will have little meaning unless it leads to a broader crackdown on illegal mining.
In a post on his Facebook page on the July 21, 2026, Dr. Zaato said the judgment should mark the beginning of efforts to completely eradicate galamsey and hold all those involved accountable, regardless of their political affiliation.
He said the country must work towards restoring polluted rivers, protecting forests and ensuring that people implicated in illegal mining activities are prosecuted.
According to him, those the President has publicly acknowledged to be involved in galamsey should face prosecution.
He called for the prosecution of district chief executives (DCEs), members of Parliament (MPs) and senior political party officials who have been accused of engaging in or supporting illegal mining.
Dr. Zaato further urged the government to take decisive action to end the destruction of the country’s forests caused by galamsey.
He maintained that the imprisonment of Chairman Wontumi would only have a lasting impact if it results in a comprehensive and impartial fight against illegal mining across the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sadness over the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, King of Dagbon.
In a statement issued on Monday, President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the Government, extended his deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the entire nation.
“The Government of Ghana has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II,” the statement said.
President Mahama described the late King as a distinguished traditional ruler whose reign was defined by healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace in Dagbon following years of conflict.
The statement noted that His Majesty’s “unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and the welfare of his people created an enabling environment for development”and strengthened the partnership between traditional authorities and Government in advancing progress across Dagbon and Ghana.
The Government paid tribute to the life and legacy of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, and honoured his invaluable service to the nation.
“May his wisdom, leadership, and dedication to peace continue to inspire future generations. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
The passing of Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II marks the end of an era for Dagbon, which saw significant strides in unity and development under his leadership.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
