Aspiring National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has described comments made by Chief Justice nominee, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, during his vetting as “inappropriate” and unbecoming of someone seeking the highest judicial office.
Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Mr. Boadu said Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s remarks about the 70-year jail sentence handed to notorious armed robber Ataa Ayi were “unfortunate” and raised concerns about his impartiality in future rulings.
“What the Chief Justice nominee said was absolutely wrong. Such statements from someone expected to uphold justice are troubling,” he stated.
He further questioned whether Justice Baffoe-Bonnie could remain neutral in cases involving his personal or political interests.
“If a case that affects his personal interest comes before him, can we expect a fair trial?” he asked.
Mr. Boadu also urged Parliament to take the matter seriously, stressing that the legislature has a responsibility to safeguard citizens’ liberties and uphold judicial independence.
“The parliamentarians who vetted him have an honourable duty to protect the liberty of our people. This should not be about personal interest; it affects the government as a whole. If a case comes to him that touches on his personal interest, can we really expect a fair trial? If my case goes before him, I would be fearful because if our political views do not align, he may try to favour his personal interests,” he added.
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, during his vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, November 10, 2025, defended the sentence handed to Ataa Ayi, explaining that his decision was guided by both legal principles and the need to protect the public.
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