Speaking on behalf of his colleagues after the swearing-in ceremony at the Jubilee House in Accra on Thursday, October 2, Justice Justin Kofi Dorgu expressed deep appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama for the honour of appointing them to the second-highest court in the country.

“On behalf of my colleagues and I, I wish to express profound gratitude to His Excellency the President for the honour done us today by appointing and swearing us in as Justices of the Court of Appeal,” Justice Dorgu said.

He also extended thanks to the Chief Justice and the Judicial Council for the confidence reposed in them, stating that they are fully aware of the immense responsibilities the new role entails.

“We are deeply conscious of the high responsibilities that come with this appointment. We pledge to discharge our duties with integrity, diligence, and fairness—guided always by the Constitution, the laws of Ghana, and our judicial oath,” he assured.

Justice Dorgu emphasised the bench’s collective resolve to ensure the independence of the judiciary remains uncompromised.

“We assure the people of Ghana that we shall uphold the independence of the judiciary and work tirelessly to strengthen public confidence in the administration of justice.”

The solemn ceremony saw 21 High Court Judges elevated to the Court of Appeal. Notable among them is the President of the Bono Regional House of Chiefs, Dormaahene Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II.

Earlier, President Mahama had urged the new justices to carry the virtues of courage, integrity, and humility as they ascend to their new roles. He also cautioned them against yielding to political or financial pressures and reminded them that public trust in the judiciary is essential for a functioning democracy.