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Supreme Court

Ghana's apex court, headed by a Chief Justice, where constitutional cases and judicial matters are heard and decided.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    He said specific chieftaincy disputes should be handled by the appropriate traditional institutions and the Supreme Court, adding that he would adopt that approach if given the nod to serve as Minister.

    I will not meddle in chieftaincy matters if approved – Mahama Ayariga
  3. The Chronicle

    Mr Agyarko said the Supreme Court’s July ruling on the delegate system and the one-year period given to political parties to move towards one member, one vote meant the NPP needed to urgently establish a credible membership register.

    Insha Allah: NPP Will Be Back In 2028! … Agyarko Assures Supporters
  4. The Chronicle

    We will remain resolute in the lawful discharge of our mandate.” That was the emphatic declaration by the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, yesterday, as he announced what he described as the “rebirth” of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), following the Supreme Court’s

    OSP Will Show No Fear Or Favour -Agyebeng
  5. The Ghanaian Times

    The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared a renewed war on corruption, vowing to investigate and prosecute offenders without fear or favour following the Supreme Court’s affirmation of its independent prosecutorial mandate.

    OSP declares renewed war on corruption
  6. Joy Online

    He also referenced a Supreme Court position that the Attorney General has the authority to supervise the Special Prosecutor.

    US-tested evidence could strengthen OSP’s case against persons of interest in Asante Berko case – Kpebu
  7. Joy Online

    Mr Agyebeng argued that the development was particularly problematic because a related matter concerning the constitutionality of the OSP’s prosecutorial powers was already pending before the Supreme Court.

    April 15 ruling brought OSP prosecutions to standstill – Kissi Agyebeng
  8. Joy Online

    Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng says the Supreme Court’s July 29 decision affirming the constitutionality of the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s prosecutorial powers has settled a major legal battle over the mandate and future of the anti-corruption institution.

    Supreme Court has settled OSP’s prosecutorial mandate – Kissi Agyebeng
  9. Daily Guide

    Asamoah yesterday, told the court that they have not filed any processes, pointing out that they have filed an application invoking the supervisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court in respect of the case.

    Skytrain Trial: Court Turns Down Request To Convict Accused
  10. Daily Guide

    ene The trial of former Director-General of National Signals Bureau, Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his wife, Angela Adjei-Boateng, resumed yesterday after the court turned down a request by their lawyer to adjourn the case pending the determination of a process before the Supreme Court

    Adu-Boahene Trial Resumes As Court Refuses Adjournment
  11. Joy Online

    Samuel Atta Akyea, lead Counsel for former Signals Bureau Director-General Kwadwo Adu Boahene, has described as “strange” the Accra High Court’s decision to dismiss his request for an adjournment pending the Supreme Court’s determination of a review application filed by Ofoase-Ay

    Dismissal of our plea for adjournment strange – Adu Boahene’s cousel

Today

  1. GRA clarifies no statutory limit on duty-free phones for travellers

    The Ghana Revenue Authority has clarified that there is no law limiting travellers to two duty-free mobile phones. Customs officers instead assess whether phones and goods are genuinely for personal use or are commercial imports, considering factors like condition, packaging, and quantity rather than applying a fixed numerical limit.

    6 hours ago · Joy Online

Friday 11 September

  1. Three newly sworn Supreme Court Justices pledge constitutional fidelity

    Three newly sworn-in Supreme Court Justices have pledged to uphold Ghana's Constitution and laws and administer justice without fear or favour. Justice Sophia Rosetta Oduokouan Bernasko-Essah, speaking on behalf of the three, emphasised that judicial authority is exercised in service to the Ghanaian people and pledged the Justices would hear every case with fairness and impartiality, decide according to law, and act with courage and integrity.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama swears in three new Supreme Court justices

    President John Mahama swore in three new Supreme Court justices—Sophia Rosetta Bernasko Essah, Edward Amoako Asante, and Anthony Forson Jnr.—bringing the total number appointed by him since January 7, 2025 to 10. The three were approved by Parliament on August 27, 2026, despite opposition from the Minority who objected to the expedited vetting timeline.

    11 September 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. GRA audits lawyer's firm week after Supreme Court challenge

    The Ghana Revenue Authority has notified the law firm of Jonathan A. Alua of a tax audit covering 2023–2025, roughly one week after he filed a Supreme Court case against the authority and Attorney-General challenging the GRA Commissioner-General's powers over passenger baggage tax exemptions. The GRA stated the audit does not imply wrongdoing.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

  4. President Mahama charges newly sworn Supreme Court Justices

    President John Dramani Mahama urged three newly sworn-in Supreme Court Justices—Sophia Rosetta Bernasko Essah, Edward Amoako Asante, and Anthony Forson Jr.—to uphold the Constitution, administer justice without fear or favour, and remain independent when handling politically sensitive cases. He stressed that their authority depends on public confidence and that they must protect citizens' rights and ensure no individual or institution is above the law.

    11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 10 September

  1. Three new Supreme Court justices pledge fairness and constitutional fidelity

    Three newly sworn-in Supreme Court Justices have pledged to discharge their judicial responsibilities with fairness, impartiality and fidelity to the Constitution, promising to decide cases according to law without allowing personal preferences to influence their interpretation.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama urges Supreme Court to communicate decisions clearly

    President John Mahama has urged the Supreme Court to communicate the reasoning behind its decisions with "extreme clarity" to strengthen public confidence in the judiciary and provide dependable guidance to lower courts, institutions, practitioners, and citizens. He also called for the judiciary to pursue reforms that improve efficiency, make justice more accessible to Ghanaians, and use technology appropriately in justice delivery regardless of citizens' income, status, or location.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Mahama warns court delays undermine justice system confidence

    President Mahama has cautioned that prolonged court cases, avoidable adjournments, and delays in delivering judgments undermine public confidence in Ghana's judicial system and can amount to a denial of justice. He urged the judiciary to pursue efficiency reforms, embrace technology, and ensure access to justice is not determined by income, status, or geographical location.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Mahama commits to judicial independence with accountability

    President John Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to protecting judicial independence, emphasizing it is a protection for citizens' rights rather than a privilege for judges. He stressed that judicial independence must be accompanied by accountability, discipline, and fidelity to the judicial oath, and urged the judiciary to improve efficiency and accessibility to strengthen public confidence.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Mahama calls on three new Supreme Court Justices

    President Mahama has urged three newly sworn-in Justices of the Supreme Court—Sophia Rosetta Oduokouan Bernasko-Essah, Edward Amoako Asante, and Anthony Forson Jnr.—to draw on their diverse professional and judicial experiences to enrich the Court's deliberations and contribute to the development of Ghanaian law.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Mahama urges judges to remain independent in sensitive cases

    President Mahama called on judges to maintain independence and impartiality when handling cases, particularly those that are difficult, unpopular, or politically sensitive, saying the Supreme Court's authority depends on public confidence that matters are determined strictly according to the law.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Mahama tells new justices oath is solemn, consequential commitment

    President John Mahama has reminded newly sworn-in Supreme Court Justices that their oath of office is a consequential covenant with the people of Ghana, not merely ceremonial, and urged them to administer justice without fear or favour and uphold the 1992 Constitution.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  8. Mahama charges new Supreme Court Justices on Constitution and impartiality

    President John Mahama swore in three new Supreme Court Justices—Sophia Rosetta Oduokuwa Bernasko-Essah, Edward Amoako Asante, and Anthony Forson Jr.—on September 10, charging them to uphold the Constitution and administer justice without fear or favour. Mahama stressed that the Supreme Court's authority derives from public confidence and trust, and that justices must demonstrate sound judgment, personal integrity, and intellectual courage in their decisions.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  9. Mahama urges Supreme Court justices to protect public trust

    President Mahama, speaking at the swearing-in of three new Supreme Court justices, stressed that the apex court's authority rests on public confidence and trust rather than political power, and urged the justices to ensure cases are determined independently, impartially and in accordance with the law.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  10. Mahama urges new Supreme Court justices to uphold independence

    President John Mahama has urged three newly sworn-in Supreme Court justices to uphold the Constitution, protect judicial independence, and ensure their decisions strengthen public confidence in Ghana's justice system. He stated that the Court's authority rests on the confidence and trust of the people, and cases must be determined independently and impartially according to law.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  11. Mahama swears in three new Supreme Court justices

    President John Mahama has sworn in three new justices to the Supreme CourtJustice Sophia Rosetta Bernasko Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, and Anthony Forson Jnr.—urging them to uphold the Constitution, protect citizens' rights, and ensure no individual or institution is placed above the law.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Adu Boahene defence questions 14-day court deadline for submission

    Lead counsel for former National Signals Bureau Director General Kwabena Adu Boahene has challenged the Accra High Court's 14-day deadline for filing a submission of no case, arguing the period is too short given the volume of evidence and documents in the case.

    8 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Citizen sues Mahama to replace Akuffo on Council of State

    A private citizen has filed a suit at the Supreme Court seeking to compel President Mahama to appoint a former Chief Justice to the Council of State, following the resignation of retired Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo from her ex-officio position. The suit argues that the Constitution requires the President to fill the vacancy and requests the court declare any failure to do so unconstitutional.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 7 September

  1. Asokwa MP denies GH¢70,000 payment memo linked to vetting

    Asokwa MP and Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei has denied a circulating memorandum alleging she received and returned GH¢70,000 connected to Parliament's vetting of ministerial and Supreme Court nominees. The Office of the Special Prosecutor has commenced a preliminary investigation into the memorandum's authenticity and source.

    7 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Sunday 6 September

  1. Chief Justice's SOE visits exceed constitutional authority

    An opinion piece argues that the Chief Justice's visits to state-owned enterprises to assess their performance fall outside his constitutional remit, which limits him to heading the Judiciary and presiding over the Supreme Court, and constitute an unconstitutional blurring of separation of powers.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 5 September

  1. Upper West High Court construction stalled after 26 years

    Lawyers and prosecutors in the Upper West Region have expressed strong displeasure over the abandoned construction of a regional High Court complex that has been stalled for approximately 20 years. Despite repeated assurances from national delegations, the contractor has abandoned the three-storey court structure, leaving the region without a purpose-built modern courtroom and forcing legal practitioners to work from deteriorating makeshift buildings.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Parliament welcomes OSP investigation into GH¢70,000 vetting memo

    Parliament has welcomed an investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor into a controversial memorandum allegedly authored by Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei concerning a purported GH¢70,000 payment linked to the vetting of ministerial and Supreme Court nominees. Appiagyei has publicly disowned the document as fake and denied receiving any payment in connection with the vetting exercise.

    5 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 4 September

  1. OSP begins probe into alleged GH¢70,000 parliamentary vetting payment

    The Office of the Special Prosecutor has commenced preliminary investigations into an alleged GH¢70,000 payment linked to Parliament's vetting of ministerial and Supreme Court nominees. Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei says she has not yet been formally contacted by the OSP but assures she will honour an official invitation if summoned.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Patricia Appiagyei denies memo rejecting GH¢70,000 payment

    Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei has dismissed as "fake" media reports claiming she rejected GH¢70,000 allegedly offered to influence her vote during ministerial and Supreme Court nominees vetting in Parliament.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Lawyer challenges baggage exemption rules at Supreme Court

    A lawyer has sued the Attorney-General and GRA Commissioner-General over Regulation 18(2)(b) of the Exemptions Regulations, 2025, which allows the Commissioner-General to determine the quantity of baggage passengers may bring into Ghana. The plaintiff argues that this power constitutes a waiver or variation of tax that requires parliamentary approval under Article 174(2) of the 1992 Constitution.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Deputy Minority Whip denies GH¢70k gift claims involving Appiagyei

    Second Deputy Minority Whip Jerry Ahmed Shaib has dismissed reports that Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei returned a GH¢70,000 "gift" to members of Parliament's Appointments Committee, saying there is "no truth whatsoever" in the claims and that the purported memorandum is fake.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 3 September

  1. MP criticizes Chief Justice's praise of current administration

    A Manhyia South MP and member of Parliament's Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee has described remarks by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie praising the performance of state institutions under the current administration as "extremely unfortunate," arguing that the Chief Justice breached judicial neutrality by making such comments in his official capacity.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Prof Asare warns Chief Justice against partisan political language

    Legal scholar Prof Kwaku Asare has cautioned Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie against making public comments that could be interpreted as partisan political assessments, arguing that the Chief Justice's reference to "the past eight years" in remarks about state institutions carried political meaning and risked undermining judicial independence.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Akuffo urges stricter limits on Supreme Court case access

    Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has called for tighter restrictions on cases proceeding to the Supreme Court, arguing that unnecessary interlocutory appeals on matters still pending in the High Court are adding to the apex court's workload and delaying justice. She advocated that more cases should be resolved at the Court of Appeal level unless they raise new legal issues or significant constitutional matters.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Chief Justice praises MIIF, SSNIT performance under current administration

    Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has praised the performance of the Minerals Income Investment Fund and other public institutions under the current administration, saying he wondered what Ghana was doing in the past eight years after witnessing their developments.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

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