Chief of Staff urges effective implementation of laws to strengthen public confidence

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged Ghana to transition from merely passing good laws to ensuring their effective implementation, emphasizing that public trust in the justice system hinges on observable outcomes. During a post on social media after the inaugural Annual Conference of the Ghana Law Society in Accra, Debrah underscored that legal reforms should enhance citizens' daily lives and contribute to national development.

The two-day conference, themed "Legal Reforms for National Renewal: Law as a Catalyst for Equity, Efficiency and Economic Transformation", welcomed Debrah as the distinguished guest of honor.

Debrah argued that the true test of a legal system lies in its ability to serve people in their daily lives. He urged the justice system to be accessible, prompt, and equitable, particularly for the vulnerable, while providing the necessary certainty and confidence to citizens, businesses, and institutions. The Chief of Staff hailed the conference as a vital forum for evaluating how the law and legal institutions can propel national development and bolster confidence in the justice system. However, he stressed that merely enacting laws would not suffice without their diligent execution.

He further called upon legal institutions and professional associations to aid in building public confidence and advancing Ghana's larger national renewal strategy. Debrah encouraged the Ghana Law Society to translate the conference's deliberations and suggestions into actionable proposals that can yield tangible results. He stressed that the law's worth is determined by its practical impact. Debrah reiterated this commitment as Ghana strives for a fairer, more efficient, and prosperous future.