Dormaahene, 19 Others Sworn in as Justices of the Court of Appeal
JHNews || President Mahama has sworn in 20 new justices to the Court of Appeal, including Dormaahene Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II. The appointments are expected to ease judicial workload, improve appellate justice, and deepen trust in Ghana’s legal system.
HENRY GERCHI 
Accra, October 2, 2025 — In a landmark ceremony, President John Dramani Mahama swore in a new batch of judges to the Court of Appeal, including traditional leader Dormaahene Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II, President of the Bono Regional House of Chiefs.
The Dormaahene’s appointment has drawn widespread attention, given his dual role as a prominent traditional authority and respected legal luminary. His elevation to the appellate bench is being hailed as a unique blend of tradition and law, symbolizing the deepening of Ghana’s democratic and judicial culture.
Other appointees sworn in include:
- Justice Senyo Amedahe (Koforidua High Court)
- Justice Olivia Boeng Owusu
- Justice Douglas Seidu
- Justice Ali Baba Bature
- Justice Mariama Samo
- Justice Abena Adzin Doku
- Justice Mary Maame Akua Yanzu
- Justice Justin Dorgu
- Justice George Boadi
- Justice Ayitey Armah-Tetteh
- Justice Jennifer Anne Myers Ahmed
- Justice John Bosco Nabarese
- Justice Kwasi Anokye Gyimah
- Justice Richmond Osei Hwere
- Justice Apangano Achibonga
- Justice Charity Akosua Asem
- Justice Enyonam Adinyira
- Justice Shiela Minta
- Justice Bridget Kafui Antonio
- Justice Franklina Gesila Adanu
The newly sworn-in justices are expected to bolster the judiciary’s capacity to handle appeals efficiently, strengthen justice delivery, and reinforce public confidence in the courts.
