The acting Chief Justice (CJ), Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has issued a new directive indicating that all newly filed cases and applications in the country’s superior courts be submitted to his office for assignment and scheduling.
The directive applies to Registrars of the High Courts, Courts of Appeal, and the Supreme Court.
It was issued on April 23, 2025, and communicated through the Deputy Judicial Secretary.
Per the instruction of Justice (CJ) Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, all fresh filings, whether cases or applications, must be brought to the attention of the acting Chief Justice to facilitate court assignments or the empaneling of judges in instances where there are multiple courts.
The directive also touched on the fixing of dates for hearings, effectively centralising the scheduling process under the supervision of the Chief Justice.
The acting CJ stated that the directive overrides all previous guidelines regarding court assignments and hearing schedules and remains in force until further notice.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
