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Acting Chief Justice Issues Directive To Centralize Case Assignment In Superior Courts
Under the new policy, the Office of the Chief Justice will oversee key judicial processes, including the assignment of cases to specific courts, the selection of judges for multi-court panels, and the scheduling of hearing dates. The memorandum clarifies that this directive replaces all prior instructions on case allocation and will remain in force until otherwise communicated.
In a significant administrative shift, Acting Chief Justice of Ghana, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has mandated the centralized assignment and scheduling of all newly filed cases and applications across the country’s superior courts. The directive, outlined in an April 23, 2025, memorandum from the Deputy Judicial Secretary, requires registrars of the High Courts, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court to submit all fresh cases and applications for review by the Acting Chief Justice.
Under the new policy, the Office of the Chief Justice will oversee key judicial processes, including the assignment of cases to specific courts, the selection of judges for multi-court panels, and the scheduling of hearing dates. The memorandum clarifies that this directive replaces all prior instructions on case allocation and will remain in force until otherwise communicated.
This move is expected to enhance efficiency, ensure equitable distribution of cases, and streamline judicial operations nationwide. Legal practitioners and court officials are advised to adhere strictly to the updated protocol as the judiciary reinforces its commitment to effective case management.
Further details on implementation guidelines are anticipated as the new system takes effect.
Source: GhanaFeed.Com
