Parliament unanimously approves Justice Sophia Akuffo as Chief Justice

Parliament has unanimously approved the nomination of Justice Sophia Akuffo as Ghana’s next Chief Justice. This follows her 5 hour vetting on Friday, June 16, 2017.

The Appointments Committee earlier today presented its report on her vetting and recommended her approval by the house.

Presenting the report, Chairman of the Committee, Joe Osei-Owusu said the committee’s recommendation is unanimous with all members backing her approval.

According to him, Justice Akuffo “exhibited a high standard of competence and integrity, forthrightness and independence of thought, astuteness in depth, and appreciation of the law, fairness, and selflessness.”

Justice Sophia Akuffo was nominated by President Akufo-Addo to replace Justice Georgina Theodora Wood who retired last month after holding the position for a decade.

Speaking on the floor of parliament, Majority Leader, Osei Kyei Mensah Bonsu said Justice Akuffo has proven beyond reasonable thought she is ready for the work.

On his part the, Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu declared their acceptance of Justice Akuffo saying she is competent to work in that office.