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Remarks on SOEs performance were in good faith -CJ

Chief Justice Baffoe Bonnie has said his recent comments on the performance of some State-owned enterprises (SOEs) were made in good faith and were not intended to undermine the independence of the Judiciary. The clarification was contained in a press release issued on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 8:02 p.m. and signed by the Judicial […] The post Remarks on SOEs performance were in good faith…

Chief Justice Baffoe Bonnie has defended his recent comments on the performance of some State-owned enterprises (SOEs), asserting they were made in good faith and not meant to undermine the Judiciary's independence. This clarification was provided in a press release issued on September 4, 2026, signed by the Judicial Secretary, Mr. Musah Ahmed.

The statement, titled "Chief Justice’s Visit to Some State Institutions and Matters Arising," acknowledged mixed public reactions to his remarks but emphasized his intention was not to act against judicial independence. The Chief Justice's comments, made during engagements with state institutions, have sparked public debate over his assessment of SOEs' performance and operations.

The Judiciary clarified that his remarks were intended to promote justice and equality before the law, underscoring his commitment to maintaining the integrity and independence of the Judiciary.

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