The Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has acknowledged the mixed public reaction to comments he made about the performance of some state-owned institutions during a recent outreach engagement.
In a statement issued by the Judicial Service on Friday, September 4, 2026, the Chief Justice said the observations were made in good faith and were not intended to undermine judicial independence.
The statement follows public debate over remarks attributed to the Chief Justice during his visit to some state institutions, which generated varying reactions from sections of the public.
According to the Judicial Service, the Chief Justice has taken note of the concerns and differing interpretations surrounding his observations.
It clarified that the comments were not intended to serve any purpose “inimical to judicial independence.”
The Chief Justice, the statement said, remains committed to upholding the integrity and independence of the Judiciary, as well as promoting justice and equality before the law.
The response comes amid heightened public discussion about the role of the Judiciary and comments made by senior judicial officers on matters relating to governance and the performance of public institutions.
The Judicial Service did not provide further details on the specific observations that triggered the public reaction but sought to clarify the Chief Justice’s intention behind the remarks.
By 1960news.com
