Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has called for renewed commitment to improving the justice system as Ghana’s Supreme Court marks its 150th anniversary.
Speaking at the launch of the anniversary celebrations, he said the milestone should not only be about reflecting on the past but also about shaping the future of the judiciary.
“Today, we launch the celebration of the Supreme Court of Ghana at 150 under the theme ‘Honouring the past, celebrating the present, and defining the future.’ This anniversary is more than a milestone; it is a moment for honest reflection, quiet gratitude, and bold hope,” he said.
He stressed that the significance of the anniversary goes beyond the number of years the court has existed, urging stakeholders to focus on the impact of the institution.
“150 years is remarkable, but history will not judge us by how long the court has existed; it will judge us by what we did with the moment entrusted to us. Whether we merely celebrated the past or whether we had the courage to celebrate a brighter future,” he added.
The Chief Justice emphasised the need for reforms that will strengthen public confidence in the judiciary and improve service delivery.
“This anniversary therefore must be remembered as a commitment to faster justice, accessible justice, to transparent justice and a judiciary worthy of the enduring trust of the Ghanaian people,” he stated.
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