President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in 18 justices of the Court of Appeal, charging them to uphold justice without fear, favour, or political influence.
The ceremony took place at the Jubilee House on October 2, 2025, where the President reminded the new judges that their authority was “not only legal, but profoundly moral,” stressing that they now held “the power to heal wounds, to restore confidence, and to guide our nation towards fairness.”
Acknowledging public skepticism towards the judiciary, Mahama said criticism of court rulings should not be seen as hostility but “evidence of hope,” as it reflects citizens’ belief that the justice system still matters.
However, he warned against allowing cynicism to take root, insisting that rebuilding trust would depend on “demonstrating that justice is not compromised by status, wealth, or political convenience.”
The President further tied judicial reform to his broader national reset agenda, outlining commitments to court digitization, specialised court divisions, faster case management, expanded legal aid, and strengthened judicial accountability.
He urged the new justices to serve as “custodians of hope,” grounded in three virtues — courage, integrity and humility. “History remembers not those who followed the path of least resistance,” he said, “but those who stood firmly for principle when it mattered most.”
Newly sworn-in Appeal Court Justices:
Justice Justin Kofi Dorgu
Justice Daniel Mensah
Justice George Buadi
Justice Olivia Obeng Owusu
Justice John Bosco Nabarese
Justice Jennifer Anne Myers Ahmed
Justice Emmanuel Senyo Amedahe
Justice Kwasi Anokye Gyimah
Justice Dr. Richmond Osei-Hwere
Justice Francis Apangabuno Achibonga
Justice Ali Baba Abature
Justice Abena Asuamah Oppong
Justice Mariama Sammo
Justice Mary Maame Ekue Yanzuh
Justice Ayitey Armah-Tetteh
Justice Charity Akosua Asem
Justice Enyonam Adinyira
Justice Sheila Minta
Justice Douglas Seidu
Justice Charles Adjei Wilson
Mrs. Franklina Gesila Adanu
