Justice Pwamang Acts As Chief Justice As Justice Baffoe-Bonnie Takes Leave

Justice Scott Gabriel Pwamang is now acting as Chief Justice of Ghana.

This follows the decision by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie to take a leave of absence from November 12, 2026.

According to a 3News report on 13th November, 2026, Justice Pwamang, the most senior Justice of the Supreme Court, will act in the position while the substantive Chief Justice is away.

Justice Baffoe-Bonnie was appointed as Chief Justice earlier this year after the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. His appointment was seen as a move to restore stability to the Judiciary.

His leave of absence means Justice Pwamang will, for now, preside over the affairs of the Judiciary and the Supreme Court, including administrative duties and court sittings.

Justice Pwamang is a well-respected member of the Supreme Court, known for his strong legal knowledge and calm approach on the bench. He has served on the Supreme Court for several years and has been part of many landmark cases in Ghana.

No official reason has been given yet for the Chief Justice’s leave, and it is not yet clear how long he will be away.

The Judiciary is expected to continue its normal work under the leadership of Justice Pwamang until Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie returns.

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